Klint Kubiak's fourth-down approach in question with Raiders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 2:04 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Klint Kubiak, the new head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, faces scrutiny regarding his fourth-down decision-making. Historically, Kubiak has been among the least aggressive playcallers in the NFL, particularly during his time with teams like the Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers. With trends shifting towards more aggressive fourth-down calls across the league, analysts are keen to see if Kubiak will adjust his strategy now that he is at the helm of the Raiders. Observers anticipate a possible evolution in his approach as the season progresses.
- •Kubiak's past teams ranked low in fourth-down attempts from 2021 to 2025.
- •Seahawks and 49ers went for it the least on fourth down in that timeframe.
- •Kubiak's role in coaching may lead to a change in aggressiveness for the Raiders.
- 2:04 PMYahoo Sports — Will Klint Kubiak become more aggressive on 4th down?
"New head coach has history of not being aggressive
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