Overview
- Less than 48 hours after Seattle’s Super Bowl win, the Raiders formally introduced Kubiak, who confirmed he will call offensive plays as a first-time head coach.
- Kubiak said he met with Maxx Crosby on Day 1 and wants the All-Pro pass rusher to be part of Las Vegas’ future, a posture that follows recent trade speculation.
- Holding the No. 1 pick, Kubiak declined to name a target and emphasized process, though multiple outlets project Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza as the likely choice.
- Las Vegas enters the rebuild with significant resources, including roughly $90–91 million in cap space, with offensive line upgrades and a top receiver among identified needs.
- Staff construction is underway, with reports linking Seahawks assistants to Vegas, including QB coach Andrew Janocko as a potential offensive coordinator and DB assistant Neiko Thorpe as a possible hire.