Raiders close to adding Lofton to staff (AP)

 
The Oakland Raiders were close to finalizing an agreement with Hall of Famer James Lofton to join the team's staff as receivers coach on Thursday. The Raiders rejected a report that embattled coach Lane Kiffin was kept out of the loop regarding the status of negotiations with Lofton, who was interviewed for the head coaching job the past two times the organization had openings. [link]

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Raiders close to signing Lofton as assistant
The Oakland Raiders were close to finishing an deal with Hall of Famer James Lofton to join the team's staff as receivers coach on Thursday.
Raiders close to hiring Lofton; Kiffin involved
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