Mike Silver of NFL Network is reporting that the Raiders are firing defensive coordinator Ken Norton Jr.
According to Michael Gehlken, John Pagano is expected to assume defensive play-calling duties for the Raiders moving forward.
The Raiders’ defense has been underwhelming the past few years and with the unit still struggling, it can’t hurt to see what a change could do for them moving forward.
Norton Jr, 51, began his NFL coaching career with the Seahawks back in 2010 as their linebackers coach. After five years in Seattle, Norton Jr departed to become the Raiders’ defensive coordinator in 2015.