NFL Rumors: Brady, Raiders Not Giving 'Serious Consideration' to Hiring Belichick

A reunion between Tom Brady and Bill Belichick on the Las Vegas Raiders reportedly isn't a strong possibility.

Mark Maske of the Washington Post revealed on Thursday that Brady, a Raiders minority owner, had a conversation with Belichick regarding a move to Las Vegas, but the team hasn't given "serious consideration" to trying to hire the current North Carolina head coach.

The Raiders fired former head coach Antonio Pierce on Tuesday after finishing with a 4-13 record in 2024.

Las Vegas also parted ways with general manager Tom Telesco on Thursday.

As team owner Mark Davis evaluates candidates regarding the coaching vacancy, ESPN's Adam Schefter confirmed that Brady is part of a "collaborative committee" that interviews potential fits for the role.

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported on Wednesday that the Raiders are one of "multiple" teams that have reached out to Belichick, with Brady speaking to him about "what it would take to make a reunion happen."

Belichick signed a five-year deal to become the next head coach of the Tar Heels on Dec. 11 after spending the 2023 season with the New England Patriots. His contract includes a $10 million buyout if he leaves before June 1, but that doesn't necessarily mean that he's considering a return to the NFL.

On Wednesday, Dianna Russini of The Athletic reported that Belichick has "no plans" to return to the professional level.

The 72-year-old already has quite a lot of history with Brady, as the pair earned six Super Bowl victories during their legendary run in New England from 2000 through 2019.

While Belichick heading to the Raiders doesn't appear to be a legitimate option, they're still beginning an extensive coaching search. Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer revealed that Las Vegas already requested interviews with Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn.

Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal also listed former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel and Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen as candidates expected to draw interest from the Raiders.

While Belichick may have held conversations with his former quarterback surrounding Las Vegas' vacancy, the Raiders will likely explore other options.