Raiders Begin OC Search with Familiar Face from Seattle: Frisman Jackson Interviews for Key Role
The Las Vegas Raiders have officially kicked off their search for a new offensive coordinator under recently hired head coach Klint Kubiak-and the first name in the mix is turning heads across the league.
According to reports, Kubiak is set to interview Seattle Seahawks wide receivers coach Frisman Jackson for the position. It’s a move that speaks volumes, not just about Jackson’s rising reputation, but about the kind of offense Kubiak might be looking to build in Las Vegas.
A Seattle Connection That Makes Sense
Jackson, who joined Seattle’s coaching staff in 2024 under Mike Macdonald, was retained by Kubiak when he briefly served as the Seahawks' offensive coordinator before heading to Vegas. That continuity matters. Kubiak clearly saw something in Jackson’s work-enough to keep him on staff despite a coaching shuffle, and now, enough to consider him for one of the most important positions on his new team.
For all the speculation about which direction Kubiak might go with his first major hire, this move suggests he values familiarity and cohesion. Jackson already knows Kubiak’s system.
He’s coached within it. That’s a huge advantage for a team looking to hit the ground running in 2026.
The Raiders’ Offensive Puzzle
Let’s be honest: the Raiders' offense has a long way to go. Last season was a struggle, plain and simple.
The quarterback situation remains unsettled, the offensive line has holes, and the unit as a whole failed to produce consistently-especially in the red zone and on third downs. They were among the league’s lowest-scoring teams, and that’s not a stat you can hide behind.
Before Las Vegas can start dreaming about splashy free agent signings or draft-day steals, they need to get the offensive coordinator hire right. This is the foundation. And with Kubiak stepping into his first head coaching role, the pressure to build a staff that shares his vision-and can execute it-is immense.
Why Jackson?
Frisman Jackson may not be a household name just yet, but he’s been quietly building a strong résumé. His work with Seattle’s receivers last season drew praise inside the building, and the Seahawks' passing game showed flashes of improvement despite an up-and-down year from the offense overall.
Hiring Jackson would give Kubiak a coordinator who already understands his terminology, his tempo, and his expectations. That’s not nothing. In a league where coaching turnover is constant and systems take time to install, having someone who can help streamline that process could pay immediate dividends.
A Critical Decision for the Raiders’ Future
This interview with Jackson is more than just a name on a list-it’s the first real insight into how Kubiak plans to shape this offense. Whether Jackson ultimately lands the job or not, the fact that he’s the first candidate through the door tells us Kubiak is leaning toward familiarity, trust, and alignment over flash or big-name hires.
For the Raiders, this is a pivotal moment. They’ve cycled through coaching staffs and offensive systems in recent years, and the franchise is hungry for stability and results. The right offensive coordinator could be the difference between another year of rebuilding and a genuine step forward.
Kubiak’s first major hire will set the tone-not just for the offense, but for his tenure as head coach. And if Frisman Jackson ends up being the guy, it’ll be because Kubiak believes he can help turn a struggling unit into something competitive, cohesive, and capable of scoring with the best of them.