Just got off the phone (literally) with John Herrera from the Raiders.
There was a report that James Lofton had been hired to coach wide receivers and the move had been made without Lane Kiffin's knowledge.
That would fall in line with reports Kiffin was stripped of power in personnel and staffing decisions, something I haven't been able to verify.
Herrera said that's untrue and that Lofton had already been hired or that he would have no knowledge of the decision.
Kiffin and offensive coordinator Greg Knapp interviewed Lofton on Monday and it was understood talks would continue.
Herrera said the team is in talks with Lofton and that Charles Coe, last year's receivers coach would be reassigned.
Owner Al Davis takes over when it's time to discuss contracts.
"Mr. Davis and James are still trying to finalize it," Herrera said. "Lane has been kept abreast of it."
--Jason Jones
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