The Seattle Seahawks‘ head coach celebrated one of the biggest wins of his career following a commendable 29-13 win over the New England Patriots. However, despite the victory, it seems like Mike Macdonald will also be getting an even share of the loss. As the team captured the crowd’s attention at Levi’s Stadium, their offensive coordinator, Klint Kubiak, seized the opportunity to respond to the ongoing head coach conversations with the Las Vegas Raiders. His confident admission hinted at a clear shift towards the opportunity, leaving behind a strong offense led by Sam Darnold.

“Yeah! That’s up to God, and we’re just gonna we’re gonna enjoy tonight,” Kubiak told Stacey Dales of NFL Network. “You guys know I’m going to Las Vegas. I’m fired up about it. But tonight, for one more night. Hell yeah, I’m going, of course. I’m going. Yeah, just confirmed it right here.” 

The move comes in light of the Las Vegas Raiders’ decision to focus their head coaching search on Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. NFL Network insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported that the Raiders believe Kubiak is the right fit for the job.

At just 38 years old, Kubiak has made a big impact in his first season leading Seattle’s offense. The Seahawks finished the 2025 regular season ranked third in points scored and eighth in total yards. They have continued that success in the playoffs, scoring 72 points across two games on their way to the Super Bowl. For now, Kubiak remains focused on preparing his offense to face a strong Patriots defense.

Kubiak’s success has made him one of the most talked-about coaching candidates this year. He spoke with several teams, including the Cardinals, Falcons, Ravens, Dolphins, and Giants. After a second interview with Las Vegas, the Raiders decided to center their search on him.

His coaching background includes time as offensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings in 2021 and the New Orleans Saints in 2024. He entered the NFL in 2013 with the Vikings as an offensive quality control coach and later worked as an offensive assistant with the Denver Broncos from 2016 to 2018. During that stretch, he also coached under his father, Gary Kubiak, who was Denver’s head coach for one season. While Kubiak’s excitement to join the Raiders was on heavy display at the Super Bowl, certain changes have already been made in light of his welcoming.

Las Vegas calls for multiple coaching changes ahead of Klint Kubiak’s entry

The Las Vegas Raiders have made major changes to their coaching staff as they prepare for the possible arrival of Klint Kubiak. The team decided to clean house, letting go of more than a dozen coaches in a move that signals a fresh start for the franchise.

Among the most notable departures is Greg Olson, who served as quarterbacks coach and later stepped in as interim offensive coordinator. Olson took over after problems arose between former head coach Pete Carroll and offensive coordinator Chip Kelly. With Kelly dismissed, Olson handled the offense for the remainder of the season. He is now rumored to be in the mix for a quarterbacks coach role with the Philadelphia Eagles.

The shakeup also included the firing of Brennan Carroll and Nate Carroll (both sons of Pete Carroll). Their exits further show that the Raiders are fully moving on from the previous coaching era and making room for new leadership.

Several position coaches were also released following disappointing results on the field. Wide receivers coach Chris Beatty was dismissed after a lack of progress from the team’s young receivers. Inside linebackers coach John Glenn and safeties coach Marcus Robertson were also let go. On special teams, assistant coordinator Derius Swinton and Kade Rannings were dismissed, along with running backs coach Leland McCullough and tight ends coach Luke Steckel.

With Kubiak’s expected entry, there is a high possibility of building a rejuvenated coaching team around his preferences.