The Seattle Seahawks are still riding high from their Super Bowl LX victory, but the buzz has already shifted to a significant coaching change involving the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders have made a bold move by hiring Klint Kubiak, Seattle's former offensive coordinator, as their new head coach. This move is shaking up both franchises, and a lighthearted text exchange between Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald and Raiders minority owner Tom Brady adds an entertaining twist to the story.
After the Seahawks' 29-13 triumph over the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl, Macdonald's phone was flooded with congratulatory messages. Among them was a note from Brady, who, despite being on the ownership side now, couldn't resist reaching out to commend Seattle's success.
Kubiak's tenure in Seattle was short but impactful. In just one season, he orchestrated the Seahawks' high-powered offense, leading them to a championship.
His success caught the attention of the Raiders, who quickly offered him the head coaching position. This move prompted Seattle to promote Brian Fleury to offensive coordinator, setting the stage for Macdonald’s playful jab at Brady.
#Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald says Tom Brady was among the people who texted him after beating the Patriots in the Super Bowl.
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) February 26, 2026
“I told him, ‘Thanks for stealing our offensive coordinator.’” 😂
(🎥 @ESPNNFL, @RichEisenShow)
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In an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show, Macdonald shared his humorous text to Brady, saying, “Thanks for stealing our offensive coordinator.” Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team shared this exchange on X (formerly Twitter), sparking conversation about the Raiders’ assertive hiring strategy.
While Macdonald’s comment was made in jest, it underscores how quickly successful coaching staffs become targets in the NFL. Now, the focus in Seattle shifts to Fleury and whether he can maintain the offensive prowess established during their championship run.
This exchange also highlights Brady’s growing influence within the Raiders organization. No longer on the field, Brady is now making strategic moves from the ownership level. The decision to bring Kubiak on board reflects a bold, forward-thinking approach as the Raiders aim to build a competitive team for the 2026 season and beyond.