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Jon Gruden expresses regret over Antonio Brown's failed Raiders tenure

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Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Jon Gruden expresses regret over Antonio Brown's failed Raiders tenure
Summary

Jon Gruden, former head coach of the Oakland Raiders, discussed his disappointment regarding the failed acquisition of Antonio Brown during his tenure. Despite giving up a third- and fifth-round pick for Brown, who never played a game for the Raiders, Gruden expressed that not making the arrangement work is one of his biggest regrets. Gruden praised Brown's work ethic and talent, stating he was convinced he could enhance the team's performance. Brown's NFL journey continued post-Raiders with a Super Bowl win with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020, but his career is now effectively over.

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  • •Jon Gruden reflects on Antonio Brown's failed stint with the Raiders.
  • •Gruden traded for Brown, who never played for Oakland.
  • •Gruden labels the failed arrangement as one of his biggest regrets.
  • •Brown won a Super Bowl with the Buccaneers in 2020.
  • •Gruden praised Brown's exceptional work ethic during practices.
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  • 1:35 AMYahoo Sports — ‘One of My Biggest Regrets’ — Super Bowl-Winning HC Jon Gruden Opens Up on Antonio Brown’s Failed Move to Raiders
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Jon Gruden isn’t coaching in the NFL anymore. Or, at least, not right now.

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