Overview
- Olson, the Raiders’ quarterbacks coach, returns to a familiar role after previous OC stints with the franchise in 2013-14 and 2018-21.
- Kelly was dismissed Sunday night within hours of the defeat to the Browns, a game in which Geno Smith was sacked 10 times.
- Through Sunday’s games, Las Vegas ranked tied for last in points per game at 15.0, near the bottom in yards per play and rushing efficiency, and among the worst in sacks allowed and passer rating.
- The move marks the second coordinator change this month after special-teams coordinator Tom McMahon was let go on Nov. 7, with Derius Swinton II serving in the interim.
- Kelly, reportedly on a $6 million-per-year deal, faced criticism over the offense’s trajectory, including limited impact from top draft pick Ashton Jeanty and ongoing offensive line injuries.