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Raiders' Special Teams: A Nightmare in 2025
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Special Teams Struggles: Las Vegas Raiders Woes Persist Despite Coaching Change
The Las Vegas Raiders special teams, once a bright spot, have become a major concern in 2025. Despite firing special teams coordinator Tom McMahon and hiring interim coach Derius Swinton II, the team continues to struggle. Theyve allowed three kickoff return touchdowns and two punt return touchdowns, with poor tackling and discipline being key issues. Kicker Daniel Carlson is struggling, making just 78.3% of his field goals, and punter A J Coles net average is a weak 39.6 yards due to blocked punts and long returns. However, second-year linebacker Tommy Eichenberg is a standout with 21 special teams tackles. As they face the Kansas City Chiefs, they must improve their coverage and punting to end the season on a high note.
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