Raiders HC Pete Carroll doesn't hold back on Daniel Carlson after another costly miss

Raiders HC Pete Carroll Doesn't Hold Back on Daniel Carlson After Another Costly Miss

The Las Vegas Raiders suffered another frustrating loss against the Denver Broncos on Thursday Night Football, a game that became more than just a defeat for head coach Pete Carroll. His postgame comments revealed clear irritation and renewed demands for accountability within his team.

Late in the fourth quarter, veteran kicker Daniel Carlson missed a 48-yard field goal that would have tied the game. Known for his upbeat tone, Carroll abandoned pleasantries after the final whistle and directly challenged his kicker to improve.

“He wants to make every one of those. He’s gotta kick better for us.”

As noted by Silver & Black Sports Network reporter Jesse Merrick, who shared the quote on X (formerly Twitter), the remark quickly circulated among fans and media. The 48-yard miss was Carlson’s fourth of the season and his second within a three-game span.

Once viewed as one of the league’s most dependable kickers, Carlson’s production has fallen — his current 75 percent conversion rate ranks among the lowest in the NFL. Each of his last three misses has come in one-score losses, further amplifying Carroll’s impatience and pressure on the special teams unit.

Since taking over in Las Vegas, Carroll has emphasized discipline and responsibility, and Thursday’s missed kick symbolized deeper issues with consistency and execution that continue to haunt the Raiders’ season.

Author’s Summary

Pete Carroll’s sharp criticism of Daniel Carlson after another missed field goal underscores growing frustration and accountability demands within the Raiders organization.

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