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Raiders Rebuild Underway with Tom Brady as Minority Owner
Brady emphasizes 'process over outcomes' approach as organization looks to restore franchise to former glory
Mar. 22, 2026 at 3:38pm
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The Las Vegas Raiders' rebuilding efforts are underway with minority owner Tom Brady involved, though his role has drawn media attention. After a challenging first year resulting in the number one overall draft pick, the organization and its fans are looking ahead with renewed optimism. Brady has stressed the importance of a comprehensive organizational commitment to success, highlighting the need for collaboration across all departments.
Why it matters
The Raiders' rebuild is a critical moment for the franchise as they look to return to their former success. Brady's involvement as a minority owner has added intrigue, and his emphasis on a long-term, process-driven approach could shape the team's strategy and culture during this pivotal period.
The details
The Raiders have bolstered their roster through free agency, adding young talent to both the offense and defense. This has begun to foster trust among fans in the team's direction. The Raiders currently hold the number one pick in the upcoming draft, presenting a significant opportunity to acquire a quarterback. Analysts expect the team to select a quarterback with their top pick. The team is also evaluating potential players through draft shows, such as one featuring WR Bryce Lance and DT Darrell Jackson Jr.
- The Raiders did not achieve the desired results in their first year with Tom Brady as an owner, ultimately landing the number one overall pick in the draft.
- The Las Vegas Review-Journal has published a mock draft outlining a potential plan to rebuild the roster using all 10 of their picks.
The players
Tom Brady
A minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders who has emphasized the importance of a comprehensive organizational commitment to success, stressing a 'process over outcomes' approach and the need for collaboration across all departments.
Bryce Lance
A wide receiver prospect the Raiders are evaluating through draft shows as they prepare for the upcoming NFL draft.
Darrell Jackson Jr.
A defensive tackle prospect the Raiders are evaluating through draft shows as they prepare for the upcoming NFL draft.
What they’re saying
“We certainly have a long way to go. What I've learned about football in 23 seasons is that it takes a tremendous amount of resilience, adversity, discipline, determination, and communication from an entire organization to really see the value in committing to one another.”
— Tom Brady
What’s next
The Raiders currently hold the number one pick in the upcoming draft, presenting a significant opportunity to acquire a quarterback. Analysts expect the team to select a quarterback with their top pick.
The takeaway
Brady's emphasis on a 'process over outcomes' approach and the need for organizational collaboration suggests the Raiders are taking a long-term, strategic view to rebuilding the franchise. This patient, foundation-building mindset could be crucial in restoring the Raiders to their former glory, though it remains to be seen if it will be enough to satisfy the team's impatient fan base.
