A long-rumored pairing took a major step toward becoming a reality Thursday afternoon when the Las Vegas Raiders asked for permission to speak to New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels about the head-coaching opening.
Raiders requested today a head coach interview with Patriots' offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, per league source. McDaniels now expected to interview with the Raiders.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 27, 2022
McDaniels is expected to interview Friday. There have been several reports that said the interest is mutual and McDaniels is now the favorite to succeed Jon Gruden as the Silver and Black’s full-time head coach.