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The Competitive Landscape
The appointment of Carroll to the Raiders also means that the AFC West division continues to be one of the most competitive in the NFL. With established coaches like Andy Reid, Jim Harbaugh, and Sean Payton, the division is stacked with coaching talent that knows how to win. Given Carroll's history, a resurgence of the Raiders under his leadership could significantly alter the dynamics of the division.
This situation may mirror the past when elite teams in the AFC East and AFC South were seen dominating their divisions, something that proponents believe could now happen in the AFC West if the Raiders make the right moves.