NFL insider Ian Rapoport explained that Denver can’t simply hand Webb the job; under league rules, the Broncos could try to incentivize him to stay or end up hiring him, and having Webb in the building while pursuing a head coaching opportunity for a rival ties the teams together. The situation is being viewed as interconnected rather than isolated, and it could influence how Webb’s options unfold. Broncos head coach Sean Payton also signaled potential friction if Webb leaves, calling it “a pain in the ass” for him if that were to happen.
Webb has shown positive interest in the Raiders, with reports that he enjoyed his first interview with Las Vegas and found value in speaking with Tom Brady. That candidacy remains attractive to the Raiders, even as the Broncos appear intent on keeping Webb in their building and as a potential option for the head coaching job themselves.
As for other potential Raiders candidates, Klint Kubiak remains a top name. SNY’s Connor Hughes has labeled him the frontrunner, while NFL insider Tony Pauline notes the Seattle Seahawks intend to mount a significant push to keep him on staff. If Webb and Kubiak don’t pan out, Las Vegas has a slate of interviewees they can consider, including Mike LaFleur, Nate Scheelhaase, Chris Shula, Ejiro Evero, and Matt Nagy.
Ultimately, the Raiders’ path forward hinges on how the Broncos navigate Webb’s status and how other candidates respond to interest and incentives. Las Vegas is actively pursuing Webb or Kubiak as the clear targets, but the field remains fluid as Arizona and Cleveland watch closely and options outside the building evolve. The pursuit continues to develop in real time.
