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Klint Kubiak Emerges as Top Coaching Candidate for Raiders

1/29/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Klint Kubiak is the Raiders' coaching candidate, identified as a leading option.
Klint Kubiak will have a second interview on Saturday as part of the Raiders' ongoing head-coach search.
The Arizona Cardinals are evaluating Klint Kubiak as a potential option for their head-coach vacancy.
The Raiders will make the hiring decision after the Super Bowl on February 8.

History

Historical Context

The Rooney Rule, established in 2006, mandates NFL teams to interview minority candidates for head coaching positions, aiming to address historical hiring disparities. By 2020, 22% of head coaches were minorities, a significant increase from 6% prior to the rule. Kliff Kubiak's candidacy for the Raiders and Cardinals highlights ongoing efforts to enhance diversity in coaching staff within the league.

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Story summary

Klint Kubiak is the Raiders' coaching candidate, identified as a leading option.
Klint Kubiak will have a second interview on Saturday as part of the Raiders' ongoing head-coach search.
The Arizona Cardinals are evaluating Klint Kubiak as a potential option for their head-coach vacancy.
The Raiders will make the hiring decision after the Super Bowl on February 8.

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