Raiders coach Kubiak identifies three hidden gem players for 2026 roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Klint Kubiak, the new head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, highlights three players as key contributors for the 2026 season. Wide receiver Tre Tucker, along with players Jalen Nailor and Hezekiah Masses, are seen as valuable assets to revitalize a franchise coming off a disappointing 3-14 record. Kubiak aims to establish a gritty team ethos reminiscent of the Raiders' historical legacy, while focusing on leveraging player talent for improvement. With a fresh coaching strategy in place, the team seeks to enhance its performance this season.
- •Klint Kubiak focuses on three hidden gem players for 2026.
- •Wide receiver Tre Tucker had 57 catches for 696 yards last season.
- •Kubiak previously won Super Bowl LX as Seahawks' offensive coordinator.
- •Raiders aim to move beyond the previous season's 3-14 performance.
- •Kubiak emphasizes the team's need for grit and historical values.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Las Vegas Raiders Hidden Gems: 3 Secret Superstars on the 2026 roster
"Can Klint Kubiak bring the Las Vegas Raiders a stability they’ve never had before? Hidden Gems Tre Tucker, Jalen Nailor, and Hezekiah Masses could certainly help.
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