The Raiders’ coaching search continues to heat up — and now a former Raider has a bold take on who should lead this franchise next.

In this episode of the Silver & Black Sports Network Podcast, Jesse Merrick is joined by former Raiders wide receiver Ryan Hoag to break down the coaching candidates currently in the mix and explain which names actually make sense for the Silver and Black from a schematic standpoint.

Ryan doesn’t just analyze the field — he names the coach he believes should be the next Raiders head coach, and his pick may surprise you.

This isn’t surface-level speculation.

We dive into:

• How each coaching candidate fits the Raiders roster schematically
• What these coaches believe in and how they build their teams
• Why one specific name stands out from the rest
• And how this coaching search could realistically play out moving forward

We also discuss a major development on the quarterback front.

With Dante Moore officially deciding to return to school, we break down:

• How that decision changes the Raiders’ draft landscape
• Why the value of the No. 1 overall pick just increased
• And whether it impacts the team’s approach to Fernando Mendoza and the future at quarterback

Plus, Matt Perrault joins the show for Raiders Rounders, sharing his best bets as we head into this weekend’s NFL playoff slate.

👇 QUESTION OF THE DAY 👇

Now that Dante Moore is staying in college, is there any scenario where you’d trade out of the No. 1 pick?

If so — what’s the deal that actually moves you off taking Fernando Mendoza at No. 1?

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