49ers coordinator Klay Kubiak emerges as head coach candidate for 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 5:14 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Klay Kubiak, offensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers, is being noted as a potential head coaching candidate for the 2027 NFL season. He has deep football lineage, being the son of Gary Kubiak and the brother of Klint Kubiak, head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders. Kubiak joined the 49ers' coaching staff in 2021 and has quickly risen through the ranks. After receiving multiple interview requests this offseason, he withdrew his name from consideration, signaling his commitment to the team for the upcoming season. His development and connections to coach Kyle Shanahan may boost his candidacy next year.
- •Klay Kubiak is 37 years old and has coached since 2013.
- •He became offensive coordinator for the 49ers in 2025.
- •He received multiple head coach interview offers this offseason.
- •Kubiak is part of the 49ers' staff returning for 2026.
- 5:14 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers coordinator tabbed as candidate to become a head coach in 2027
"The San Francisco 49ers have three talented coordinators heading into 2026, and one is already drawing attention to become a head coach next year.
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