Seahawks' Kubiak Interviews for Head Coach Jobs with Raiders and Cardinals

Offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak meets with two NFL teams for second round of head coaching interviews.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 2:47am

Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak interviewed for the head coaching jobs with the Las Vegas Raiders and Arizona Cardinals on Saturday. This was the second round of interviews for Kubiak with both teams, who are the last two NFL clubs still searching for new head coaches. If Kubiak reaches an agreement with either team, no announcement can be made until after the Super Bowl on February 8th between the Seahawks and New England Patriots.

Why it matters

Kubiak's work with Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold has impressed both the Raiders and Cardinals, who are looking to turn around their struggling franchises. The Raiders haven't won a playoff game since 2002, while the Cardinals haven't made the postseason since 2021. Kubiak could provide the leadership and offensive expertise to help revive these two underperforming teams.

The details

Kubiak interviewed for the Raiders' head coaching job on Saturday and was also scheduled to meet with Cardinals officials about their vacancy. This was the second round of interviews for Kubiak with both teams. If he reaches an agreement with either team, no announcement can be made until after the Super Bowl on February 8th. Kubiak could also decide to stay in Seattle and wait another year rather than take on the challenge of turning around the Raiders or Cardinals, who have been among the worst teams in the NFL in recent seasons.

  • Kubiak interviewed for the Raiders' head coaching job on Saturday, February 1, 2026.
  • Kubiak was also scheduled to meet with Cardinals officials about their head coaching vacancy on Saturday, February 1, 2026.
  • The Super Bowl between the Seahawks and New England Patriots is scheduled for February 8, 2026.

The players

Klint Kubiak

The offensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks who is interviewing for head coaching jobs with the Las Vegas Raiders and Arizona Cardinals.

Sam Darnold

The Seahawks' starting quarterback, whose strong performance this season has impressed the Raiders and Cardinals and contributed to Kubiak's consideration for their head coaching vacancies.

Las Vegas Raiders

An NFL team that has not won a playoff game since their last Super Bowl appearance in 2002 and is looking to hire a new head coach to turn around their struggling franchise.

Arizona Cardinals

An NFL team that has not made the playoffs since 2021 and is also searching for a new head coach to revive their underperforming team.

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What they’re saying

“Kubiak's work with Darnold that got the attention of both Southwest-based teams.”

— Tom Brady, Fox Sports analyst (Fox Sports)

What’s next

If Kubiak reaches an agreement with either the Raiders or Cardinals, no announcement can be made until after the Super Bowl on February 8, 2026.

The takeaway

Kubiak's successful work with Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold has made him an attractive head coaching candidate for the Raiders and Cardinals, two NFL teams desperate to turn around their struggling franchises. His decision to accept one of these jobs or remain in Seattle will have significant implications for the future of these organizations.