Klint Kubiak Set To Lead Raiders After Seahawks Super Bowl Run

The winds of change are swirling in the NFL, and the Las Vegas Raiders are right at the eye of the storm. On Sunday, February 1, 2026, reports from multiple sources, including ESPN's Adam Schefter, confirmed that Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak has agreed to terms with the Raiders to become their next head coach. This news comes just days before Kubiak is set to help lead the Seahawks into Super Bowl LX against the New England Patriots, a game that could mark the end of his tenure in Seattle and the beginning of a new era in Las Vegas.

Kubiak’s journey to this high-profile job is nothing short of remarkable. At just 39 years old—he’ll celebrate his birthday later this month—Kubiak is poised to become the Raiders’ fifth full-time head coach since 2021. The coaching carousel in Las Vegas has been spinning at a dizzying pace, and the franchise is desperate for a steady hand to guide it back to relevance. The Raiders’ latest move comes after the firing of Pete Carroll at the end of the 2025 season. Carroll, a legendary figure in NFL coaching circles, lasted just one season at the helm in Las Vegas before the team decided to move in a new direction.

For Kubiak, this is a chance to step out of the considerable shadow cast by his famous father, Gary Kubiak—a Super Bowl-winning head coach with the Denver Broncos and a key figure in the league for decades. But Klint is hardly a newcomer to the NFL grind. This marks his 13th season working in the league, and his résumé is packed with experience. He’s been an offensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings (2021), New Orleans Saints (2024), and most recently, the Seattle Seahawks (2026). His offenses have shown steady improvement, ranking 14th, 24th, and an impressive 3rd in points scored during those respective seasons.

Before his NFL coaching days, Kubiak played safety at Colorado State from 2005 to 2009, even serving as a team captain his senior year. That leadership experience has clearly translated to his coaching style, as evidenced by his rapid ascent through the professional ranks. After a stint as the wide receivers coach at the University of Kansas, he joined the Denver Broncos as a passing game coordinator in 2022, then took on the same role with the San Francisco 49ers in 2023. If you’re counting, that’s six teams in six seasons—a testament to both his adaptability and the demand for his offensive expertise.

This season with the Seahawks has been a breakout year for Kubiak. Teaming up with quarterback Sam Darnold, he’s helped engineer one of the most potent offenses in the NFL. Seattle’s attack has been lauded for its creativity and efficiency, and Kubiak’s efforts have not gone unnoticed. He’s a finalist for the Associated Press Assistant Coach of the Year award, a nod to the impact he’s had in just one season in the Pacific Northwest.

But as Seattle prepares for its second Super Bowl appearance in franchise history—a rematch of the dramatic Super Bowl XLIX against New England—Kubiak’s attention is divided. The Seahawks are hoping to avenge their heartbreaking 28-24 loss from 2015, a game remembered for Malcolm Butler’s game-sealing interception. This time, the stakes are just as high, and Kubiak’s offense will be under the microscope come kickoff at 6:30 p.m. Eastern time on February 8 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

Despite the looming championship game, Kubiak’s future is now firmly tied to the Silver and Black. The Raiders, led by an ownership group featuring Mark Davis and NFL legend Tom Brady, are looking to Kubiak to spark a turnaround. And the expectations are already sky-high. According to multiple reports, if Kubiak’s hiring is finalized after the Super Bowl, he and the Raiders’ brass are expected to target Indiana quarterback and 2025 Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. That’s a bold strategy, but one that signals the franchise’s intent to rebuild around a young, dynamic leader—both on the field and on the sidelines.

For the Raiders, the hope is that Kubiak can bring stability and innovation to a team that’s struggled to find its footing in recent years. The revolving door at head coach has made it difficult to establish a consistent identity, and the pressure will be on Kubiak to deliver results quickly. But if his track record is any indication, he’s up for the challenge. His offenses have consistently ranked among the league’s best, and his ability to develop quarterbacks and maximize talent has drawn praise from players and colleagues alike.

The Kubiak family legacy looms large in this story. Klint isn’t just following in his father’s footsteps—he’s blazing his own trail. His brother, Klay Kubiak, is currently the offensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers, making the Kubiak name synonymous with offensive innovation in today’s NFL. All three are considered branches of the famed Mike Shanahan coaching tree, a lineage that’s produced some of the brightest minds in modern football.

While the deal between Kubiak and the Raiders cannot be officially confirmed until after the Super Bowl, the writing appears to be on the wall. According to ESPN, sources close to the negotiations say that Kubiak is eager to take on the challenge in Las Vegas and is already looking ahead to the draft and offseason planning. The Raiders’ fan base, long starved for sustained success, will be watching closely as the team ushers in a new chapter.

It’s a pivotal moment for both franchises. For Seattle, the focus remains on Super Bowl glory and the chance to send Kubiak out on a high note. For Las Vegas, the anticipation is building for what promises to be a fascinating offseason, with a new head coach, a likely new quarterback, and a renewed sense of hope.

As the countdown to Super Bowl LX continues, all eyes are on Klint Kubiak—a coach on the rise, a franchise in transition, and a league that never stops moving. One thing’s for sure: the next few weeks will be anything but dull for the Raiders, the Seahawks, and the man at the center of it all.