The Las Vegas Raiders are moving closer to naming their next head coach after an exhaustive search to replace Pete Carroll.
Following a disastrous 2025 campaign that left them at the bottom of the NFL standings, the franchise is hoping for a fresh start and the right leadership to turn things around in Sin City.
Klint Kubiak Emerges as the Front-Runner
After interviewing several candidates, the Raiders have zeroed in on Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak.
Sources say Saturday’s second interview went “well,” putting Kubiak at the top of the list for the position.
The team appears ready to pivot fully toward him after other options, including Baltimore Ravens’ former head coach John Harbaugh, fell through.
Tom Brady’s Involvement
Former quarterback and Raiders minority owner Tom Brady has played a unique role in this search.
Calling Seattle’s last two games for Fox gave Brady a front-row look at Kubiak’s offensive strategies, allowing him to observe firsthand how the Seahawks run their plays.
Brady’s input could be influential in helping Las Vegas finalize their decision.
Timing Could Delay the Move
Even if Kubiak and the Raiders reach an agreement, it’s unlikely he’ll start immediately.
He is expected to remain on Seattle’s sidelines through the Super Bowl, meaning Las Vegas may need to wait before officially bringing him on board.
Reports also suggest he could bring some of his Seattle staff with him, signaling the potential for a wholesale shift in the Raiders’ coaching setup.
Following in Seattle’s Footsteps
If Kubiak takes the role, it would mark the second consecutive time the Raiders have hired a former Seattle coach, following Carroll’s short-lived tenure.
Carroll, who arrived in Las Vegas with a three-year deal after winning a Super Bowl in Seattle and two national titles at USC, saw his first season end in disaster with a 3-14 record before being dismissed in early January.
Building a Unified Vision
The Raiders are not just focused on picking a head coach—they’re also aiming to establish a cohesive plan for the entire coaching staff.
Aligning philosophy, playstyle, and leadership across the team is seen as critical, especially with the next season promising a rookie quarterback at the helm.
Rookie Quarterback Fernando Mendoza Awaits
Indiana Hoosiers star Fernando Mendoza is expected to be the No. 1 pick of the 2025 NFL Draft and will likely be working closely with the Raiders’ next coach.
Mendoza led Indiana to its first-ever national championship, a run that Tom Brady witnessed firsthand in Miami.
The combination of a promising rookie and a fresh coaching staff represents a chance for a complete reset in Las Vegas.
A Chance to Rebuild
After one of the worst seasons in franchise history under Carroll, the Raiders have a lot to rebuild.
Hiring the right head coach—and building a staff aligned with that vision—could be the first step toward reclaiming respect and competitiveness in the NFL.
With Kubiak reportedly in the lead, Las Vegas fans are now hoping the franchise has finally found the stability it’s been chasing.
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