The Raiders are tapping into a deep well of NFL experience to lead their special teams unit, officially naming Joe DeCamillis as their new special teams coordinator. It’s a move that brings a seasoned veteran back to the pro ranks - and one that quietly adds another layer of familiarity to Klint Kubiak’s new-look coaching staff in Las Vegas.
DeCamillis isn’t just a name with history - he’s a coach with mileage. Over 30 years in the league, he's worked with a who’s who of franchises and has built a reputation as one of the NFL’s most respected special teams minds.
His journey began with the Denver Broncos in 1988, where he started as an administrative assistant and climbed the ladder to become an assistant special teams coach. That early experience under the Broncos’ umbrella laid the foundation for a career that’s spanned decades and multiple organizations.
By 1993, DeCamillis had earned his first coordinator title with the New York Giants. From there, he became a bit of a special teams nomad - but in the best way.
Stops with the Falcons, Jaguars, Cowboys, and Bears followed, each time bringing his trademark discipline and attention to detail to the third phase of the game. And in 2015, he came full circle, returning to Denver to coordinate special teams once again.
He didn't stay put for long. The Jaguars brought him back into the fold in 2017, and the Rams came calling in 2021. After his stint in L.A. ended in 2022, DeCamillis shifted to the college game, lending his expertise to programs like Texas and South Carolina over the past couple of seasons.
Now, at 60 years old, he’s back where he’s most familiar - the NFL sidelines - and reuniting with the Kubiak coaching tree. His previous connections with both Klint Kubiak and his father, Gary Kubiak, provide a natural synergy as the Raiders continue to shape their identity under a new regime.
For Las Vegas, this hire is about more than just filling a vacancy. It’s about adding a steady, experienced hand to a key role.
Special teams often don’t get the spotlight, but they win and lose games - and DeCamillis knows that better than most. With a resume that spans generations of NFL football, he brings not only tactical knowledge but also the kind of leadership that can elevate the entire operation.
In a league where margins are razor-thin, the Raiders just added a coach who knows how to make the little things count.