Raiders general manager John Spytek praises head coach Klint Kubiak

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Raiders general manager John Spytek praises head coach Klint Kubiak
Summary

Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek credited first-year head coach Klint Kubiak for his focused and disciplined leadership style during the team’s training camp. Spytek described Kubiak as a consistent professional who prioritizes time efficiency, often ending work-related phone calls within two minutes. The Raiders enter their 57th season with Kubiak leading the coaching staff and Kirk Cousins starting at quarterback. While rookie Fernando Mendoza was selected as the first overall pick, management plans for him to learn as an understudy during the current season. The team continues to utilize Tom Brady as a resource for roster development and schematic planning. The Raiders prepare for their Week 1 matchup against the Miami Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium.

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  • Klint Kubiak enters his first season as the Las Vegas Raiders head coach.
  • Kirk Cousins will start at quarterback for the team’s opening game against the Miami Dolphins.
  • The organization is treating Fernando Mendoza as a long-term development prospect.
  • Tom Brady serves as an advisor for roster construction and team schematics.
  • John Spytek is in his second year as the Raiders general manager.
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  • 5:23 AMYahoo SportsKlint Kubiak's 2-minute “phone calls” habit is winning over Raiders GM John Spytek
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Las Vegas Raiders' head coach Klint Kubiak's disciplined and time-efficient style is really impressing the team's general manager, John Spytek

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