The Las Vegas Raiders have identified Denver Broncos quarterbacks coach Davis Webb as their top candidate to become the next head coach, according to a report. The Raiders are one of seven teams with a head-coaching vacancy after the New York Giants hired John Harbaugh and the Atlanta Falcons hired Kevin Stefanski.
Webb, who also serves as the Broncos’ passing-game coordinator, is regarded as an innovative and charismatic leader. The Raiders believe he has the potential to develop into a Sean McVay or Kyle Shanahan-level coach. They are prepared to provide him with financial, staffing, and supportive resources, including counsel from Tom Brady.
Las Vegas has a complete understanding of where they are in their rebuild and are willing to think outside the box. Webb is seen as a head-coach-in-waiting who needs some seasoning, but the Raiders have the time to build him the necessary runway.
Here is a ranking of all seven NFL openings, with predictions for who will fill them:
1. Baltimore Ravens
Prediction: Jesse Minter, Chargers defensive coordinator. Minter is a bright defensive mind who previously served as a Ravens assistant from 2017 to 2020.
2. Las Vegas Raiders
Prediction: Davis Webb, Broncos quarterbacks coach/passing-game coordinator.
3. Pittsburgh Steelers
Prediction: Jeff Hafley, Packers defensive coordinator. Hafley, 46, fits the Steelers’ mold of tough, defensive-minded coaches like Chuck Noll, Bill Cowher, and Mike Tomlin.
4. Tennessee Titans
Prediction: Matt Nagy, Chiefs offensive coordinator. Nagy’s relationship with GM Mike Borgonzi and his offensive expertise could help develop young QB Cam Ward.
5. Miami Dolphins
Prediction: Chris Shula, Rams defensive coordinator. Shula, grandson of Don Shula, is a top head-coaching prospect at age 39.
6. Arizona Cardinals
Prediction: Vance Joseph, Broncos defensive coordinator. Joseph’s disciplined approach could fix the Cardinals’ culture, if he presents a solid offensive plan.
7. Cleveland Browns
Prediction: Mike McDaniel, former Dolphins head coach. McDaniel’s offensive acumen could unlock young QB Shedeur Sanders.
