Raiders Name Rick Dennison Offensive Line Coach

Veteran coach brings 30 years of NFL experience, including 4 Super Bowl wins

Feb. 26, 2026 at 6:23pm

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The Las Vegas Raiders have named Rick Dennison as their new offensive line coach. Dennison brings 30 years of NFL coaching experience, including seven seasons as an offensive coordinator and roles with several playoff-contending teams. He has been part of 14 playoff appearances, six division titles, and four Super Bowl victories.

Why it matters

Dennison's extensive experience and track record of success should provide a boost to the Raiders' offensive line and running game as the team looks to build on a promising 2025 season and compete in the AFC West.

The details

Dennison most recently served as the run game coordinator and senior offensive advisor for the Seattle Seahawks in 2025, helping the team's rushing attack improve significantly. Prior to that, he had stints as an offensive coordinator with the Buffalo Bills, Denver Broncos, and Houston Texans, and has also coached the offensive line and special teams units for several teams.

  • Dennison was the run game coordinator/senior offensive advisor for the Seattle Seahawks in 2025.
  • He joined the New Orleans Saints as a senior offensive assistant in 2024.
  • Dennison was the offensive line coach/run game coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings from 2019-2020, and a senior offensive advisor in 2021.

The players

Rick Dennison

A veteran NFL coach with 30 years of experience, including seven seasons as an offensive coordinator and roles with several playoff-contending teams.

Kenneth Walker III

The Seahawks' running back who rushed for 1,027 yards and 5 touchdowns in 2025 under Dennison's guidance.

Zach Charbonnet

The Seahawks' running back who recorded 12 rushing touchdowns (tied 6th-most in the NFL) and career highs in carries (184) and yards (730) in 2025.

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What they’re saying

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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

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The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.