The Las Vegas Raiders surprisingly fired general manager Tom Telesco and Tom Brady had a large role in the move.

Telesco, who was hired in January 2024, appeared to be safe after the Raiders announced they were firing Antonio Pierce on Tuesday. However, Telesco would join Pierce two days later as the Raiders—under some influence of minority owner Tom Brady—decided to do a drastic overhaul at the top.

Tom Telesco and Antonio Pierce may still be in place with the Raiders if not for Tom Brady The Las Vegas Review-Journal reported Sunday that owner Mark Davis had “reservations” about firing his GM and coach until Brady “nudged” him to do so.