Former Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Chad Johnson has made his way to Las Vegas, sparking rumors and excitement about a potential new role with the Raiders.
The former Cinncinati Bengals and Oregon State Beavers’ star wide receiver may have landed a job with the Las Vegas Raiders.
Adding fuel to the fire, Johnson claimed on Instagram that he “got a job with the Raiders.”
Johnson added that the job isn’t as a staff member, “but member of the organization.. I’m not sure what it is exactly yet.”
Johnson later clarified his position by saying he’s “officially a member of the Raiders coaching staff.”
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Social Media Buzz and Confirmation
During an Instagram Live, Johnson declared he "got a job" with the Las Vegas Raiders but did not specify the position.
"Yes, I got a job with the Raiders," Johnson initially said on Instagram Live, per Sports Illustrated's Fan Nation.
"Not as a staff member but as a member of the organization. I'm not sure what it is exactly ... but I will be a part of the team, and that's an amazing thing."
Shortly after midnight Wednesday, Johnson wrote on X that he would "ask for a job with the Raiders" during an apparent dinner with Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce.
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"Having dinner with Antonio Pierce & I’m going to ask for a job with the Raiders in some capacity to help diversify my portfolio/resume, this would be my 39th job if all goes well," Johnson wrote along with a praying hands emoji.
Less than an hour later, Johnson posted another announcement that he was joining the Raiders' coaching staff.
"I’m officially a member of the Raiders coaching staff," Johnson wrote.
Johnson also shared screenshots of a text message exchange with an unidentified person who appeared surprised he "got hired."
Pierce then seemed to confirm Johnson's claim by replying to Johnson's post, saying, "Put me in coach."
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Pierce later suggested the Raiders were "Taking over the NFL with former players like 85 … coaching up 17."
The "17" is likely a reference to Raiders wide receiver Davante Adam's jersey number.
Potential Role and Team Dynamics
The Athletic's Vic Tafur reported that Johnson could be named a team consultant.
This even led to Raiders insider for The Athletic, Vic Tafur, responding and saying he hasn’t heard anything official but guessed that Johnson would be a consultant.
Antonio Pierce’s Las Vegas Raiders coaching staff is starting to take form and a big name might be joining the group.
If Johnson was hired by the Raiders, it would be his first official coaching position with an NFL team.
Johnson has never officially worked as a coach at the NFL level, although he had a short stint helping the Cleveland Browns receivers during training camp in 2016.
Johnson's NFL Legacy
Johnson was named to six Pro Bowls during his standout 11-year career.
He is a member of the Bengals Ring of Honor and finished his NFL career with 11,059 receiving yards.
He spent 10 years with the Bengals, finished his time as the franchise’s all-time leader in yards (10,783) and touchdown receptions (66).
Here's a summary of Johnson's NFL career highlights:
| Achievement | Details |
|---|---|
| Pro Bowl Selections | 6 |
| Total Receiving Yards | 11,059 |
| Bengals Franchise Leader (Yards) | 10,783 |
| Bengals Franchise Leader (Touchdown Receptions) | 66 |
| Bengals Ring of Honor | Member |
Former Cincinnati Bengals' Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson watches before an NFL football between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Miami Dolphins, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Cincinnati.
Past Claims and Future Possibilities
Johnson has previously made claims on social media related to the Raiders that never proved to be true.
A few years ago, Johnson said he had completed a tryout with the Raiders.
But the team denied a tryout had taken place.
Since leaving the NFL, he has made appearances on reality television, made an attempt at a professional soccer career and co-hosts the "Nightcap" podcast alongside Shannon Sharpe.
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