Kubiak’s 2025 performance in Seattle underscored why he’s highly sought after. After spending 2024 with the Saints as offensive coordinator, he joined Mike Macdonald’s staff in Seattle and built an offense around Sam Darnold following a three-year, $100.5 million contract. Darnold earned his second straight Pro Bowl under Kubiak, and Seattle rode a potent attack that featured breakout receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba and a robust rushing attack led by Kenneth Walker III to a Super Bowl appearance.
The Raiders and Arizona Cardinals were viewed as the final two head-coach candidates for Kubiak. Following a second meeting in Las Vegas, sources told NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport that Kubiak appears to be the Raiders’ pick, though “nothing can be finalized until after Super Bowl LX.” The consensus is that signs point toward him landing in Las Vegas.
For Seattle, the potential departure represents a significant staffing disruption. Macdonald would immediately need to identify a new offensive coordinator and retool the unit, a challenging task given how well Kubiak adapted the offense in 2025. The Seahawks face an urgent offseason as they attempt to defend their status as contenders.
Beyond the on-field impact, the report links to a broader off-field storyline surrounding the franchise. Jody Allen’s reported intention to sell the Seahawks after the Super Bowl adds a layer of uncertainty to the organization’s continuity and post-season planning.
In summary, Seattle’s Super Bowl LX run stands in the shadow of a likely OC departure to Las Vegas, with Kubiak’s future still unresolved until after the game. The Seahawks must prepare for a rapid offensive-coordinator transition while focusing on their championship pursuit, all amid ongoing questions about the franchise’s ownership plans.
