NFL coaching carousel: Ben Johnson reportedly ‘picking up way more steam’ for Las Vegas Raiders head coach opening

As the NFL coaching carousel starts to spin, Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is one of the top available names. But one landing spot is “picking up way more steam,” according to FOX Sports and NFL Network’s Peter Schrager.

The Las Vegas Raiders are emerging as a strong option for Johnson, Schrager said Saturday. That news came after he interviewed with the New England Patriots and just before he spoke with the Chicago Bears on Saturday morning.

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Johnson is one of the most sought-after head coach candidates this cycle after opting to return to Detroit last year despite interest from the Washington Commanders. He interviewed with the Raiders on Friday, the same day he spoke with the Patriots. The Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars scheduled virtual interviews on Saturday, and Chicago announced its completion Saturday morning.

The Raiders’ job opened up after the franchise moved on from Antonio Pierce earlier this week. Las Vegas went 4-13 this past season and currently has the No. 6 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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