Johnson gaining steam as a realistic option for the Raiders has a lot to do with Tom Brady. Had the legendary quarterback not been a part owner of the team, he may not have even accepted an interview request. Even with the Brady factor, it still felt like he was just taking the interview as a sign of respect for the future Hall of Famer.

Despite the addition of Tom Brady to the ownership group, the vibes around the Las Vegas Raiders remain low going into another offseason in which they will

The Raiders will start fresh rather than keep Tom Telesco. More on the team's GM situation at Pro Football Rumors

The Raiders will look for their fifth GM since Mark Davis took over as owner for his late father Al Davis in 2011.

Telesco had a strong draft last April, but didn't draft or sign the franchise-changing quarterback the Raiders so badly need.