According to a report out of Las Vegas, the Raiders have reached out to Denver defensive coordinator Wade Phillips about a role within the organization.

I have learned that the #Raiders are in talks with former Broncos DC Wade Phillips for a role on the coaching staff. — Joe Arrigo (@joearrigo) January 10, 2017

The alleged news on Phillips and the Raiders comes from Joe Arrigo, a relative unknown on the national scene, but as Las Vegas media becomes increasingly cozy with the Raiders, it stands to reason Arrigo may have growing connections within the organization.

Speculation began last week that Phillips could be a candidate to fill a role in Oakland, and Jack Del Rio’s statements following the Raiders playoff loss to Houston did little to quiet the chatter.

Don't overlook #Raiders as possible landing spot for Wade Phillips, whose #Broncos contract is expiring. Productivity hasn't matched talent. — Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) January 7, 2017

Defensive coordinator Ken Norton Jr. remains under contract with the Raiders and while the defense showed improvement in the second half of the season, they failed to record a sack in the final three games of the season (counting the playoff game).

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