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Donovan Raiola

Donovan Raiola is an coach and former center who has served as the offensive line coach for the since 2022. Born on December 13, 1982, in , , Raiola is the younger brother of former center and the uncle of quarterback . With over 14 years of coaching experience across high school, college, and professional levels, he has worked under prominent coaches like and contributed to two playoff appearances during his tenure with the . Raiola's playing career began at the University of Wisconsin, where he redshirted in 2001 before appearing in five games as a in 2002. As a three-time All-Big Ten honorable mention from to 2005, he started 39 of his final 40 games, served as team captain in his senior year, and earned spots on the watch list each season while also being named to the 2004 watch list. He recorded 33 knockdown blocks in , 35 in 2004, and 40 in 2005, graduating in 2005 with a in agricultural business management. Undrafted in the , Raiola signed with the and later spent time with the , , , , , and Washington Redskins, primarily on practice squads; his only regular-season game was appearing in one regular-season game for the in 2010, without starting or recording any statistics. Raiola transitioned to coaching after playing, starting as an assistant offensive line coach at Schools-Kapalama in from 2012 to 2013. He interned with the University of Hawai'i's offensive line in 2014, then joined as an offensive in 2015 and 2016 under Hiestand. In 2017, he became the offensive line coach at NCAA Division III's before reuniting with Hiestand as assistant offensive line coach for the from 2018 to 2021, aiding the team's improvement in pass protection and run blocking during two postseason runs. Hired by on December 8, 2021, as offensive line coach under head coach , Raiola was retained by in 2022 and enters his fourth season with the program in 2025.

Early life

Birth and upbringing

Donovan Raiola was born on December 13, 1982, in , . Raiola grew up in a football-oriented family in Honolulu's Kaimuki neighborhood, the youngest son of Tony and Wendy Raiola. His father, Tony, a native Hawaiian, had been a lineman for the Hurricanes from 1972 to 1977 before a shoulder injury ended his playing career; he later worked as a line worker for for 29 years until retiring in 2008. Wendy, whom Tony met while she was a student in Miami, provided steadfast support for the family's athletic pursuits. Raiola's older brother, Dominic, born in 1978, became a prominent for the from 2001 to 2014, playing in 219 games and earning a reputation as a durable starter. Raised in Honolulu's close-knit community, Raiola was immersed in Hawaiian culture and local traditions from an early age, including family gatherings and community ties that emphasized resilience and support. His initial exposure to came through his father's college stories and Dominic's budding career, with the older brother serving as a key role model; the siblings often trained together, influenced by local figures like and facilities such as George Perry's gym in Kuli'ou'ou. This family dynamic fostered Raiola's passion for the sport amid Honolulu's vibrant youth football scene. He later attended in .

High school career

Raiola attended in , , from 1997 to 2001, where he developed his athletic skills in a competitive environment focused on both academics and extracurricular activities. As a standout on the Kamehameha Warriors football team, Raiola played offensive line, primarily at guard, contributing to the team's strong performances in the Interscholastic League of Honolulu (ILH). During his senior year in 2000, he earned first-team All-State honors from the Honolulu Star-Bulletin as a 6-foot-2, 280-pound , recognizing his blocking prowess and leadership on the offensive front. The Warriors posted notable victories that season, including a 35–6 win over rival Punahou and a 40–0 shutout of Iolani, showcasing the team's offensive line stability under Raiola's contributions. Raiola's high school success drew recruitment interest from multiple college programs, including the University of , , and San Diego State. Influenced by his older brother Dominic's career at but seeking to establish his own path, he verbally committed to on December 19, 2000, attracted by the program's academic and athletic facilities. This decision marked the beginning of his pursuit of Division I , building on his foundational experiences at .

College career

Early years (2002–2003)

Donovan Raiola enrolled at the University of Wisconsin in 2001 after signing a in February of that year, having been recruited from in , . As a true freshman, he redshirted during the 2001 season, focusing on development and adjusting to the college level while practicing at various offensive line positions. This period allowed Raiola to integrate into the team alongside fellow Hawaiian recruits R.J. Morse and Lyle Maiava, bringing a distinctive "Hawaiian style" to the Midwest environment, including cultural elements that fostered camaraderie among players. In his redshirt year of , Raiola saw limited action, appearing in five games and earning his first career start at right guard against on November 2. These opportunities came amid a transitional phase on the offensive line, where he continued experimenting with positions to build versatility. The finished the regular season 7–5 before defeating 31–28 in overtime in the , securing an 8–6 overall record, though Raiola's snaps remained sparse in the postseason. His early contributions helped support a rushing attack that ranked among the Big Ten's stronger units, laying groundwork for his development. As a in 2003, Raiola transitioned to and solidified his role, starting all 13 games including the matchup. He anchored the offensive line, providing stability in pass protection and run blocking during a season where the Badgers again posted a 7–5 regular-season mark but fell 28–14 to in the Music City Bowl, ending 7–6 overall. Raiola's emergence contributed to the team's continued emphasis on a physical, ground-oriented offense, while his team integration deepened through shared experiences like a pre-game routine with Hawaiian teammates during the contest. Academically, he pursued a degree in agricultural business management, balancing coursework with his growing responsibilities.

Later years (2004–2005)

As a in 2004, Raiola started all 12 games at center for the , anchoring the offensive line during a season that saw the team finish with a 9-3 overall record. His contributions helped Wisconsin achieve a 6-2 mark in Big Ten play and secure a berth in the Outback Bowl, though they fell 21-24 to in that matchup. Raiola earned consensus honorable mention All-Big Ten honors from both the coaches and media for his reliability and leadership on the line. In his senior year of 2005, Raiola served as team captain and started all 12 regular-season games, guiding the Badgers to a 10-3 overall record, including a 5-3 conference finish that tied for third in the Big Ten. The Badgers capped the season with a 24–10 victory over in the Capital One Bowl on January 2, 2006, where Raiola started. Over his four collegiate seasons, he appeared in 43 games and started 39, demonstrating consistent performance with minimal disruptions, as the Badgers' offensive line committed few penalties in his starting years. He again received honorable mention All-Big Ten recognition from the coaches and media, marking his third consecutive such selection and underscoring his development into a dependable interior . Looking ahead to his professional transition, Raiola participated in the 2006 , where his experience as a multi-year starter positioned him as a mid-round prospect among centers, though he ultimately went undrafted. His college tenure, highlighted by steady protection for John Stocco and support for a balanced rushing attack, prepared him for the next level through rigorous preparation and exposure to evaluators.

Professional career

Undrafted in the 2006 NFL Draft, Raiola signed with the St. Louis Rams on May 10, 2006, but was released on September 1 without playing in a game. In 2007, he played for the Amsterdam Admirals of NFL Europe, participating in the season without recorded offensive statistics. That year, he also had brief stints with the Rams (signed June 27, released August 1; practice squad November 7), Pittsburgh Steelers (signed August 8, released August 27), and later the Rams again (signed January 21, 2008, released August 29). He spent time on the Seattle Seahawks' practice squad in December 2008. In 2009, Raiola signed with the Arizona Cardinals on March 19 and was released on August 5 after training camp. He then joined the Chicago Bears on August 6, was released on September 5, added to their practice squad on September 6, released again on October 13, re-added to practice squad on October 20, and released later that season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Raiola signed with the on June 23, 2010, as a seeking to bolster the team's offensive line depth following his time with other franchises. He participated in all four preseason games that year, providing backup support during training camp, but was released at the end of the preseason as the team finalized its 53-man roster. On December 7, 2010, re-signed Raiola to address injuries along the offensive line, particularly to starting Jeff Faine, amid a late-season push. Raiola appeared in one regular-season game that year, serving in a reserve role without any starts, as finished the 2010 campaign with a 10–6 record but missed the . His brief stint contributed to the team's depth during a period of instability, though he recorded no fumbles or significant statistical impact. Raiola was released by on December 20, 2010, after just two weeks back on the roster, as the team adjusted its lineup for the final games. Overall, his time with spanned parts of the 2010 season, marking his only regular-season game appearance across his professional career.

Washington Redskins

Raiola signed with the Washington Redskins on August 4, , as part of Mike Shanahan's efforts to bolster offensive line depth amid ongoing injury concerns and roster adjustments entering . The move came alongside the signing of veteran tackle Sean Locklear, reflecting the team's need for experienced backups to support starters like center Casey Rabach and protect quarterback during a rebuilding phase. During training camp and the preseason, Raiola competed for a backup center role but did not secure significant playing time, appearing in none of the Redskins' four exhibition games. He was released on September 3, 2011, as the team trimmed its roster to 53 players ahead of the regular season, ultimately failing to make the final cut. Raiola did not appear in any regular-season games for .

Omaha Nighthawks

After exhausting opportunities in the NFL, Raiola signed with the of the United Football League on September 8, 2010, as a . He appeared in one game with zero starts during the 2010 season, which ended with a 3–5 record and a last-place finish in the league. The Nighthawks, coached by , featured a mix of veteran NFL talent and focused on a ground-oriented offense, though Raiola's role was limited; he was released by the team on October 12, 2010. Raiola returned to the Nighthawks for the 2011 season, signing on September 6. He played in three games, starting all three at , providing stability to the offensive line amid the team's struggles. finished 1–3 before the UFL suspended operations indefinitely in October 2011 due to financial issues, preventing further play. Over his UFL tenure, Raiola appeared in four games, primarily anchoring the center position for Omaha's offensive efforts. Following the league's suspension, he retired from professional playing in 2011.

Coaching career

Early coaching positions (2012–2017)

Following his retirement from professional , Donovan Raiola began his coaching career at his high school alma mater, in , , where he served as an assistant coach focusing on the offensive line from to 2013. In 2014, Raiola transitioned to the collegiate level as an offensive line coach intern with the University of Hawaii Rainbow Warriors. The team finished the season with a 4–9 overall record under head coach . Raiola continued his development in 2015 and 2016 as a with the , working specifically with the offensive line under head coach and position coach . During this period, achieved a 10–3 record in 2015, including a appearance, followed by a 4–8 mark in 2016. In 2017, Raiola took on his first full-time collegiate position as the offensive line coach at Division III in , where he contributed to player development and team preparation. The Spartans posted a 5–5 overall record that year, with a 4–2 mark in conference play. These early roles marked Raiola's steady progression from high school assistant coaching to increasingly specialized positions at the collegiate level, allowing him to build foundational skills in offensive line technique and scheme implementation.

Chicago Bears (2018–2021)

Raiola joined the in 2018 as an assistant offensive line coach under head coach , reuniting with offensive line coach from their time together at in 2015–2016. In this role, Raiola focused on developing the unit's technique and fundamentals, contributing to the Bears' offensive line during a period of transition following the team's 2017 rebuild. The Bears finished the 2018 season with a 12–4 record and an division title, though they lost in the wild-card playoffs; the offensive line ranked among the league's top units in pass-blocking efficiency, allowing pressures at a low rate with no starter below a 62.3 PFF overall grade. Over the next two seasons, Raiola continued in the same capacity as the Bears posted 8–8 records in both 2019 and 2020, qualifying for the each year but exiting early. The offensive line experienced regression, ranking 25th overall in PFF grades after the 2019 season due to quicker pressures (29th in time to pressure at 2.37 seconds), though center earned a strong 73.9 overall grade, fifth among qualifiers. In 2020, the unit improved slightly to 20th in PFF rankings, bolstered by left guard Cody Whitehair's late-season surge to an 88.9 grade after shifting positions. In 2021, following Hiestand's departure to , Raiola worked under new offensive line coach Juan Castillo as the Bears finished 6–11 and missed the playoffs. The offensive line ranked 22nd in PFF overall grades, with tackles (77.9) and (71.8) providing stability amid injuries and roster changes. Raiola departed after the season to become offensive line coach at .

Nebraska Cornhuskers (2022–present)

Donovan Raiola joined the Nebraska Cornhuskers as offensive line coach on December 8, 2021, hired by head coach Scott Frost to replace Greg Austin. Coming from four seasons as the Chicago Bears' assistant offensive line coach, Raiola signed a two-year contract worth $325,000 annually. Frost highlighted Raiola's track record, stating, "Donovan is an outstanding offensive line coach who has a history of winning as both a player and coach. I am confident their addition will have a positive impact on the young men in our program and the success of our offense." Raiola, a former NFL center with Nebraska family ties, responded, "I am humbled to lead the offensive line at the University of Nebraska… We will work tirelessly to add to that tradition." Raiola's first season in 2022 coincided with Nebraska's 3-9 record under , during which the offensive line struggled with pass protection and run blocking, allowing 33 sacks. Following 's dismissal, new head coach retained Raiola in December 2022 as part of his initial staff overhaul. In 2023, Raiola's unit emerged as the team's most improved group, overcoming the loss of two starters to season-ending injuries to support a rushing offense that averaged 176.8 yards per game, ranking sixth in the Big Ten. Players like center Ben Scott and guard Turner Corcoran showed notable progress under Raiola's guidance, with Scott earning All-Big Ten honorable mention honors. Entering his fourth season in 2025, Raiola remains Nebraska's longest-tenured assistant, emphasizing technique and physicality in line development. His recruiting efforts have added depth, including three-star offensive tackle Rex Waterman in the 2026 class and multiple three-star prospects, contributing to a unit with 122 combined career starts entering the year. The 2025 offensive line has demonstrated power in key games, such as Nebraska's 28-21 victory over UCLA on November 8, where it facilitated 156 rushing yards despite ongoing challenges with pass protection, having allowed 12 sacks through early October. As of November 16, 2025, Nebraska stands at 7-3 in the 2025 season, with Raiola's unit contributing to the team's seventh win against UCLA.

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