Raiders coach Klint Kubiak receives early Coach of the Year recognition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 11:27 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Klint Kubiak, head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, is gaining attention for turning the team's fortunes around early in the season. The Raiders, currently 3-1, have already matched their win total from last year. ESPN's Bill Barnwell has recognized Kubiak as a frontrunner for Coach of the Year, highlighting his effective offensive scheme that has rejuvenated the team despite a lackluster offensive line. Kubiak's work with quarterback Kirk Cousins has been particularly praised. The recognition comes after Week 4 of the NFL season.
- •Raiders are 3-1 this season, matching last year's win total.
- •Kubiak is noted for rejuvenating the Raiders' offense.
- •Bill Barnwell names Kubiak an early Coach of the Year candidate.
- •Kubiak's offensive scheme minimizes linemen weaknesses.
- •Recognition comes after the first quarter of the NFL season.
- 11:27 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders' Klint Kubiak is already part of a conversation nobody saw coming
"Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak is getting noticed in the NFL.
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