The news of Pierce's dismissal comes after Tom Brady purchased a minority stake in the Raiders back in October, which sees him take 5% control. According to The Athletic, the NFL icon is expeced to have significant influence over the appointment of the next head coach.

Las Vegas Raiders minority owner Tom Brady is looking for a new head coach and calling NFL Playoff games in the booth. Brady talked about quarterbacks getting too much protection now.

Patrick Mahomes received a few favorable calls from the refs during last Saturday's playoff game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Texans. It caused a huge debate about whether or not he receives special treatment from the referees.