The Raiders have fired head coach Josh McDaniels and general manager Dave Ziegler after a disappointing season, with owner Mark Davis citing the need for a change in direction. The team has struggled with a bottom-three scoring offense and has been plagued by injuries, including quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo's foot issue. The Raiders have also been criticized for their handling of quarterback Derek Carr and running back Josh Jacobs, who was not given a fifth-year option. Meanwhile, the college football playoffs have released their first rankings, with Ohio State taking the top spot, followed by Georgia, Michigan, and Florida State.
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