2026 NFL coaching news: Raiders hire Klint Kubiak; Jim Schwartz resigns as Browns defensive coordinator…Read more

Las Vegas, NV – February 10, 2026 — The Las Vegas Raiders have officially named Klint Kubiak as their new head coach, signaling a bold new chapter for the franchise. Kubiak, 38, fresh off a Super Bowl-winning season as the Seattle Seahawks’ offensive coordinator, brings a blend of youthful energy and proven NFL pedigree to the Silver and Black.

Son of former NFL coach Gary Kubiak, Klint is known for his offensive acumen, quarterback development, and culture-building skills — traits that Raiders owner Mark Davis and GM John Spytek cited as decisive in their hiring process. “Klint has the intelligence, discipline, and leadership to build a winning culture here in Vegas,” said Davis at the press conference.

The Raiders are entering this new era with high expectations. With the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Kubiak inherits a young, talented roster and a chance to reshape the team’s offense, which struggled in 2025. “I’m ready to earn the right to coach in Las Vegas,” Kubiak said. “We’re going to work hard, develop our players, and build a team that Raider Nation can be proud of.”

Meanwhile, in related NFL news, Jim Schwartz has resigned as defensive coordinator of the Cleveland Browns, leaving open speculation about potential coaching opportunities in the league — including, some fans hope, in Las Vegas. Schwartz’s departure marks the end of a three-year stint where he helped lead one of the NFL’s top defenses.

As Raider Nation looks ahead to 2026, all eyes are on Kubiak’s first season and the team’s draft moves. With a championship-winning coordinator at the helm, Vegas is aiming to turn its fortunes around and reestablish itself as a contender in the AFC.