“He's got to do better”: Tom Brady's Raiders leadership questioned as coaching decisions spark backlash

The Las Vegas Raiders find themselves at the center of growing tension, not just on the field, but behind the scenes. With Tom Brady stepping deeper into team matters as a minority owner and Chip Kelly stepping in as offensive coordinator, questions about direction, control, and credibility are beginning to mount.

Tom Brady and Chip Kelly’s vision faces growing pains in Las Vegas

Tom Brady, celebrated for his championship legacy, is now navigating unfamiliar territory in a leadership role beyond the locker room. But what seemed like a strategic power move bringing in Chip Kelly, a coach known for system-heavy football and unconventional methods may be causing friction instead of creating momentum.

Chip Kelly’s NFL return was already polarizing. His past is marked by clashes with veterans and an unwillingness to bend his approach. Now, early signs suggest those old patterns are resurfacing. Rookie running back Ashton Jeanty, one of the most explosive backs in college last season, has reportedly been asked to alter his stance before taking a single pro snap. The move has raised eyebrows across the league not just for its timing, but for what it says about the Raiders’ evolving culture under Brady and Kelly.

DeSean Jackson rips Chip Kelly as Raiders face identity crisis under Tom Brady’s watch
Former Eagles wideout DeSean Jackson, who had a rocky experience under Kelly in Philadelphia didn’t hold back, “Honestly, he's got to do better... I don't like giving him light, but as a coach, you have to be better. This guy [Jeanty] was one of the best running backs in college football. He's had the production, still runs crazy, led the nation in yards. To come into the NFL and try to change his stance? I'm just not a fan of it."

.@DeSeanJackson10 STRONGLY disagrees with the Raiders coaching staff changing Ashton Jeanty's signature backfield stance 👀🔊@UpAndAdamsShow | @heykayadams | @Raiders pic.twitter.com/yp01TaZ7cQ

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While Kelly defended the adjustment as minor and necessary for NFL conditioning, critics argue it reflects a top-down culture shift where individuality may be stifled in favor of rigid control.

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Add to that Brady’s ongoing role as a Fox Sports analyst where he’s commented on coaches potentially working under him and the Raiders find themselves juggling influence, perception, and identity. As the team enters a new season, it's no longer just about winning games, it's about proving that power doesn’t always corrupt, and that legends off the field can shape lasting legacies.