Report: Chip Kelly repeatedly botched play calls during games
Chip Kelly’s Play-Calling Blunders Lead to Dismissal
In a surprising turn for the Las Vegas Raiders, Chip Kelly’s tenure as offensive coordinator ended abruptly as a series of baffling play-calling mistakes came to light.
The Breaking Point
The tension reached its peak when head coach Pete Carroll made the call to fire Kelly after reports surfaced that he repeatedly messed up critical play calls, often placing QB Geno Smith in tough spots with plays that either weren't part of the game plan or hadn't been fully installed.
"There were times when Kelly would call a play incorrectly, causing confusion across the offensive line," according to a report from NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
Tom Pelissero, NFL Network
Beneath the Surface
Despite his substantial success in college football, Kelly’s struggles in the NFL have been palpable. His stints with the Eagles, 49ers, and now the Raiders have all ended under the shadow of criticism and underperformance, raising questions about his compatibility with the NFL arch.
The Ripple Effect
With Kelly now a free agent, the 62-year-old's future in the NFL seems bleak, but his collegiate coaching prowess suggests opportunities may still abound on campus sidelines where his vision first flourished.
