Raiders Tirol assemble hybrid roster for 2025 ELF championship charge

As the Raiders Tirol prepare for the 2025 European League of Football season, their meticulously crafted roster—a fusion of transatlantic stars, continental standouts, and local legends—signals a bold ambition to dominate Europe’s gridiron.

Leadership on the sidelines: Bridging NFL wisdom and ELF grit
The Raiders’ coaching brain trust combines decades of elite experience. Head coach Jim Herrmann, a former NFL linebacker coach with the New York Jets and Indianapolis Colts, returns for his sophomore ELF campaign. His partnership with offensive coordinator Charlie Eger, whose resume spans the XFL, NCAA, and NFL, focuses on maximizing quarterback protection.

Transatlantic anchors: Miller’s command and secondary revamp
Quarterback Conor Miller, entering his third ELF season, transitions from journeyman to franchise cornerstone. His prior stints with the Leipzig Kings and Barcelona Dragons equipped him with a nuanced understanding of European defenses. Flanking him are U.S. defensive backs Aaron Maddox and Dijon Walls, recruited to bolster the secondary.

Alpine-bred playmakers: Haun and Reitter’s homecoming
Wide receiver Philipp Haun, a linchpin since 2022, enters his fourth season chasing franchise records. His 16 career touchdowns and 90.3% catch rate in clutch situations make him Miller’s primary target. Meanwhile, Felix Reitter, a product of the Raiders’ youth academy, transitions to the ELF after torching Austrian leagues. Veteran RB Tobias Bonatti, a 15-year franchise icon, adds ground-game versatility.

Continental reinforcements: Serbian steel and Swedish stability
The Raiders tapped Europe’s talent pool to fortify both lines. Serbian DL Dušan Novaković, fresh from a 44-tackle season with the Wroclaw Panthers, brings relentless pressure off the edge. Swedish OT Oscar Strömstedt, a Maple League All-Star in Finland, re-signs to anchor Miller’s blindside protection.

Championship blueprint: Depth, diversity, and discipline
With strategic roster balancing, the Raiders aim to dethrone their South Conference rivals – the Munich Ravens, Helvetic Mercenaries and Madrid Bravos. Miller’s synergy with Haun and Reitter, paired with Novaković’s pass-rush prowess, creates multifaceted threats. The coaching staff’s NFL-rooted adaptability could prove decisive in tight contests.

The road to glory
As May’s kickoff looms, the Raiders Tirol embody a new era of European football—where global recruitment meets local pride.