Klint Kubiak Confirms Move to Raiders After Seahawks' 29-13 Super Bowl Victory

Offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak announced he is becoming the Klint Kubiak Raiders coach following Seattle's 29-13 win over the Patriots.

Klint Kubiak confirmed his departure from the Seattle Seahawks to become the next Klint Kubiak Raiders coach immediately following a 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl. Speaking from the turf at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on Sunday night, the offensive coordinator utilized an appearance on NFL Network to finalize rumors regarding his professional future. The Seahawks secured the championship title behind a regular-season offense that averaged 28.4 points per game, a mark that ranked third in the NFL. Kubiak explicitly stated, "You guys know I'm going to Las Vegas," before adding, "Hell yeah, I'm going," when pressed on the transition to the silver and black.

During his lone campaign in Seattle, Kubiak directed an offensive unit led by quarterback Sam Darnold that finished the regular season eighth in total yards with an average of 351.4 per contest. The Seahawks' aerial attack accounted for 228.1 passing yards per game, ranking eighth in the league, while the ground game tied for 10th with 123.3 rushing yards per outing. Efficiency metrics further highlighted the coordinator's impact, as the team placed 13th in offensive efficiency at 50.76 and 15th in Expected Points Added (EPA) at 30.86. This statistical foundation served as the backdrop for Seattle's postseason success culminating in the sixteen-point win over New England.

Transition to Las Vegas Leadership

The move to Nevada installs the son of former Denver Broncos coach Gary Kubiak as the fifth full-term head coach for the Raiders since 2021. While the Las Vegas organization has not yet released a formal confirmation of the hire, the announcement follows a report from ESPN's Adam Schefter last week indicating the deal was expected but could not be signed until Seattle’s playoff run concluded. Kubiak inherits a roster that struggled to a 3-14 record this past season, a performance that resulted in the termination of first-year coach Pete Carroll.

Las Vegas provides the incoming coach with specific offensive assets, most notably tight end Brock Bowers and running back Ashton Jeanty. The franchise also possesses the top overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. Internal expectations suggest the Raiders will use that pick to acquire Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the current Heisman Trophy winner, to anchor Kubiak's new system. This strategic positioning aims to reverse the fortunes of a team that finished significantly below the Seahawks' offensive output this year.

Statistical Impact and Seattle Legacy

Kubiak’s departure follows a year where his play-calling helped Seattle maintain a high-scoring profile throughout the schedule. The 29-13 Super Bowl scoreline mirrored the team's ability to outpace opponents, a trait that defined their 28.4 points-per-game average. By finishing in the top ten in both total yards and passing yards, Kubiak demonstrated a balanced approach that the Raiders hope to replicate in the AFC West. His tenure in Seattle was brief but productive, lasting only one season before the opportunity to lead a franchise presented itself.

Future Outlook for the Raiders

The Raiders' decision to pivot to Kubiak follows a period of significant coaching turnover. By selecting a coordinator coming off a championship win, the front office is looking to stabilize a program that managed only three wins in seventeen games. The presence of young building blocks like Bowers and Jeanty offers a foundation for the 2026 season, particularly if the projected selection of Mendoza at the top of the draft comes to fruition. Kubiak expressed high enthusiasm for the project in Santa Clara, telling reporters he was "fired up" to begin the rebuilding process in Las Vegas. Information from ESPN's Ryan McFadden contributed to these details regarding the coaching change and the statistical profile of the Super Bowl-winning Seahawks offense.