Klint Kubiak still has one massive game left to coach for the Seattle Seahawks - and it’s the biggest one of all.
With the Super Bowl looming on February 8, Kubiak will be dialing up plays in an effort to bring the Lombardi Trophy back to Seattle. The Seahawks are set to square off against the New England Patriots, and there’s no question that Kubiak, as offensive coordinator, will be a central figure in that battle. His offensive system has been a driving force behind Seattle’s postseason run, and come Sunday, it’ll be put to the ultimate test.
But once the confetti falls - win or lose - Kubiak’s next chapter begins.
The 36-year-old is expected to become the next head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders. After two interviews with the organization, both sides are reportedly aligned on making the move official once the Super Bowl concludes. While the deal can’t be finalized just yet due to league rules, all signs point to Kubiak taking the reins in Vegas.
It’s a major step forward in Kubiak’s coaching journey. He was also in the mix for the Arizona Cardinals’ head coaching vacancy, but instead of staying in the NFC West, he’ll head to the AFC West - and inherit a team with some intriguing building blocks.
The Raiders hold the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and the expectation is that Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza will be the selection. That means Kubiak could be stepping into a situation where he’s tasked with developing a rookie signal-caller from Day 1 - a challenge, but also an opportunity to shape the offense around a young QB’s strengths.
Mendoza won’t be starting from scratch, either. He’ll have a dynamic tight end in Brock Bowers, a rare mismatch weapon who can stretch the field and create problems for any defense.
The Raiders also spent a top-10 pick last year on running back Ashton Jeanty, who brings explosiveness and versatility to the backfield. The wide receiver room might need some attention, but the foundation is there for Kubiak to build around.
For the Raiders, this hire signals a clear direction - pairing a young offensive mind with a potential franchise quarterback. It’s a bold move, and one that could reshape the team’s identity moving forward.
For Seattle, it’s a bittersweet moment. Kubiak’s rise has been fast, and well-earned.
His work this season helped unlock the Seahawks’ offensive potential, and his play-calling has drawn praise across the league. But success often comes with a price, and for Seattle, that price is losing one of their top minds to a head coaching opportunity.
That’s the nature of the NFL. When you win, people take notice. And when you’re as sharp as Klint Kubiak has been this season, opportunities like this don’t wait around.
First, though, there’s still one more game to coach - and it just happens to be the biggest one of his life.