Seahawks Targeting Internal Hire as New Offensive Coordinator

Seattle looks to promote from within to replace Klint Kubiak after Super Bowl win

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The Seattle Seahawks are reportedly close to hiring a new offensive coordinator from within their current coaching staff, following Klint Kubiak's departure to become the new head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders. While the specific name has not been revealed, the Seahawks are said to be targeting an internal candidate to lead their offense and help quarterback Sam Darnold and wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba build on their Super Bowl-winning season.

Why it matters

Maintaining continuity on offense is crucial for the Seahawks as they look to defend their Super Bowl title. An internal hire would allow the team to build on the success of this past season and provide stability for their key offensive playmakers.

The details

According to reports, the Seahawks and head coach Mike Macdonald are 'closing in on hiring' someone from the team's current coaching staff to be the new offensive coordinator. While the specific name has not been revealed, quarterbacks coach Andrew Janocko, who has 13 years of coaching experience, is seen as a potential candidate for the role.

  • The Seahawks won the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 9, 2026.
  • Klint Kubiak is departing the Seahawks to become the new head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders.

The players

Mike Macdonald

The head coach of the Seattle Seahawks.

Klint Kubiak

The former offensive coordinator of the Seattle Seahawks, who is now the new head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders.

Sam Darnold

The quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba

The wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks.

Andrew Janocko

The quarterbacks coach for the Seattle Seahawks, who is a potential candidate to become the new offensive coordinator.

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What they’re saying

“I'm told Seahawks and coach Mike Macdonald are closing in on hiring from within the team's current coaching staff to be Seattle's new offensive coordinator to replace Klint Kubiak.”

— Gregg Bell, Reporter, The Tacoma News Tribune (The Tacoma News Tribune)

What’s next

The Seahawks will need to officially announce their new offensive coordinator hire in the coming days or weeks.

The takeaway

The Seahawks' decision to promote from within for their new offensive coordinator role reflects their desire to maintain the momentum and continuity of their Super Bowl-winning season. An internal hire could provide stability and familiarity for the team's key offensive players as they look to defend their championship.