Tom Brady keeps reshaping the Las Vegas Raiders roster as a minority owner ahead of the 2025 NFL season, and the latest move brings a new face for head coach Pete Carroll, a former teammate of quarterback Joe Burrow from the Cincinnati Bengals.
Burrow will lose a longtime teammate in Cincinnati, as the player now gets a fresh opportunity with the Raiders. Las Vegas is working to rebuild for the upcoming campaign, making noticeable moves to add depth across the roster.
Brady is watching the Raiders add key reinforcements for Carroll, aiming to improve on last season’s performance. The former Seahawks coach has started his new tenure in Vegas with the addition of Geno Smith at quarterback, and more talent continues to arrive.
The Raiders’ newest addition
Brady’s Raiders have reportedly reached a one-year deal with linebacker Germaine Pratt worth up to $4.25 million, with incentives that could push the total to $4.75 million based on playing time, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Germaine Pratt of the Bengals
Pratt spent the last six seasons with Burrow’s Bengals and wrapped up the 2024 season with a career-high 143 tackles, 2 interceptions, 2 forced fumbles, and 2 fumble recoveries across 17 games. The 29-year-old linebacker brings immediate value to Carroll’s revamped defense.
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What Pratt brings to Las Vegas
Pratt joins the Raiders after posting career-best numbers, making him a strong addition to the linebacker unit. The position group has already undergone significant changes, with the additions of Elandon Roberts and Devin White.
