Tim Brown Is Back! Raiders Make Stunning Move to Bring Back Hall of Famer as Wide Receivers Coach
Las Vegas, NV – May 20, 2025
In a stunning and emotional move that has electrified Raider Nation, Pro Football Hall of Famer Tim Brown is officially returning to the Las Vegas Raiders — not in a jersey, but with a whistle in hand. The legendary wide receiver has been named the Raiders’ new wide receivers coach, marking a full-circle moment for one of the most iconic players in franchise history.
Brown, a nine-time Pro Bowler and the NFL’s all-time leader in several Raiders receiving categories, now steps into a vital leadership role within head coach Pete Carroll’s new-look coaching staff. His mission: to mentor the next generation of Raiders pass-catchers and reignite the offensive firepower that once made the Silver and Black feared across the league.
“I’m Home Again”
“I’ve worn that jersey, I’ve bled for this shield, and now I get to pass on what it means to wear it with pride,” Brown said during a press conference at the Raiders’ Henderson facility. “This isn’t just coaching — this is personal. I’m here to help restore the Raider standard, and we’re coming for everything.”
Brown, drafted by the then-Los Angeles Raiders in 1988, spent 16 legendary seasons with the franchise and retired as one of the most accomplished wideouts in NFL history. Known for his precise route-running, toughness, and leadership, he now brings those same qualities to the sideline as he leads a young but talented Raiders wide receiver corps.
A Culture Move from Pete Carroll
This move signals more than just a coaching hire — it’s a cultural reset. Head coach Pete Carroll, who took over in early 2025, is building a team rooted in tradition, toughness, and accountability. Bringing back a legend like Tim Brown — someone who embodies the Raider legacy — is a message to the locker room and to fans everywhere.
“Tim understands what it means to be a Raider,” Carroll said. “He’s been to war in this uniform, and now he’s going to teach these young guys what it takes to earn that silver and black.”
A New Era With Old School Mentorship
Brown joins a reenergized coaching staff that includes Chip Kelly as offensive coordinator, working to reshape an offense built around explosive rookie running back Ashton Jeanty and a new-look passing game. His presence will be key in the development of the Raiders’ receiving unit — including standout wideouts and incoming rookies who now have a Hall of Famer in their corner.
Players are already responding with excitement. One young receiver was quoted anonymously saying,
“Tim Brown is a legend. Just having him in the room raises the bar. He’s gonna push us to be great — no shortcuts.”
Full-Circle Moment for a Franchise Legend
Tim Brown’s return to the Raiders is more than just a headline — it’s a symbol. It’s about a team reconnecting with its roots, and a legend who isn’t content to watch from the sidelines. It’s about finishing what he started.
“I never got to raise that Lombardi Trophy with this team,” Brown said, pausing with emotion. “But I’ll be damned if I don’t help someone else do it now.”
From Raider to coach. From legend to leader. Tim Brown is back. And this time, he’s chasing greatness with a headset.
