The Las Vegas Raiders' coaching staff is undergoing a major overhaul, leaving only a handful of potential holdovers from the previous regime. This dramatic change comes after the Raiders made the decision to part ways with head coach Pete Carroll, a move that sent shockwaves through the NFL on February 6, 2026.
But here's where it gets interesting: while most of Carroll's staff was expected to depart, a few names have emerged as possible retentions. The team's website still lists several coaches, but their future remains uncertain.
On the offensive side, running backs coach Deland McCullough, tight ends coach Luke Steckel, and quality control coach Connor McQueen are still listed. Meanwhile, on defense, the website features defensive line coach Rob Leonard, assistant defensive line coach Kenyon Jackson, defensive backs coach and pass game coordinator Joe Woods, and quality control coach Rip Rowan.
The focus now shifts to Leonard and Woods. Leonard has earned significant respect for his work with the Raiders' defensive line over the past few years. Interestingly, Woods served as the defensive coordinator for the New Orleans Saints in 2024, the same year Klint Kubiak was the offensive coordinator there. This connection could be a factor in potential staff decisions.
Many fans and analysts were likely scanning the staff list for any trace of the Carroll family, especially Brennan Carroll, but to their surprise, the name was absent. And this is the part most people miss: the absence of Carroll's son, Brennan, who was the team's offensive coordinator, from the retained staff list is a notable development.
As the Raiders continue their coaching search, the question remains: will any of these potential holdovers be part of the new regime? And what impact will these decisions have on the team's future? The fate of these coaches hangs in the balance, leaving fans and experts alike eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the Raiders' story.
