The Las Vegas Raiders made a big-time move when they hired Pete Carroll as their next head coach. For much of the last two decades the Raiders have been dysfunctional and inconsistent, but now have a strong foundation to turn the corner with a proven coach in Carroll.

Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis wasn't shy about touting Tom Brady's influence in the hiring of coach Pete Carroll this offseason, calling the former star quarterback a key decision-maker for the organization.

Raiders minority owner Tom Brady is having a significant impact on the team's football operations, even as he operates from afar. Head coach Pete Carroll said he is in "pretty regular" touch with Brady but that Brady does not work at the team facility.