According to ESPN's Bill Williamson and John Clayton, Holmgren could resurface in a leadership position with the Oakland Raiders, with part of his role possibly being used to leverage a new stadium.
On the surface, the move seems very plausible. Holmgren has a relationship with Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie that stems from having worked together with the Green Bay Packers. He would also bring in the sort of winning pedigree that recently has escaped this franchise.
What Holmgren's role would be is speculation at this point, though it would appear to be on the personnel side. Still, being teamed with McKenzie could help expedite the Raiders climb from their current stretch of futility. Oakland hasn't reached the playoffs since 2002 and has only two seasons above the five-win mark in that span.
Holmgren's resume is impressive, having worked under Bill Walsh and George Seifert with the San Francisco 49ers. Notable coaches who have worked under him include Jon Gruden, Steve Mariucci and Andy Reid, among others.
In 20 seasons as a head coach, Holmgren has tallied 161 victories, a .592 winning percentage, three Super Bowl appearances (one title) and only three seasons with fewer than nine wins. His most recent stint landed him with the Cleveland Browns as team president, where conflicts with new ownership was at the root of his departure last season.
As McKenzie looks to cement his status as the front office leader of this team, Holmgren's presence could be more of a distraction than a speedy antidote to the Raiders ills.
At 64 years old and with his resume in his back pocket, it is likely that Holmgren is in search for a situation whe...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Oakland Raiders
