Raiders Coach Antonio Pierce Dismisses Draft Position Concerns
Antonio Pierce emphasizes winning over draft picks, stating that the team’s focus is solely on success, not projections or fantasy implications.
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Las Vegas: The Raiders pulled off a surprising win against the Jaguars, which might have messed up their chances for a top draft pick next spring. They won 19-14, ending a rough 10-game losing streak.
This victory pushed them from a projected No. 2 pick to No. 6 in the draft order. Right now, the New York Giants hold the top spot. Some fans were not thrilled about the win, but Coach Antonio Pierce is all about winning games, not worrying about draft positions.
Pierce made it clear, saying, “We don’t do this to lose. None of that s**t matters to us.” He’s focused on winning, and that’s the priority for the team.
While a top draft pick could help the Raiders, it’s not the only thing that can turn a team around. Some experts are eyeing quarterbacks like Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders as potential top picks, which could be a game-changer for the Raiders.
The Raiders have been juggling quarterbacks this season, and either of those guys could be a solid fit. The last time they had the No. 1 overall pick was back in 2007 when they chose JaMarcus Russell, who didn’t quite pan out.
If the draft were to happen today, the Raiders would be behind teams like the Giants, Patriots, and Jaguars. They still have two games left against the Saints and Chargers, and even if they lose, they’ll need some help from other teams to get back to the top pick.
Quarterback Aidan O’Connell is just trying to stay focused, saying he doesn’t pay attention to the draft talk. “Ignorance is definitely bliss,” he mentioned, keeping his head down and focusing on the game.