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Raiders Hire Mike McCoy as Assistant Head Coach as Kubiak Begins Staff Build

Kubiak is leaning on veteran guidance to accelerate a late-start coaching search.

Overview

  • McCoy, a former Chargers head coach and last season’s Titans interim, joins as assistant head coach and previously worked with Kubiak in Denver in 2017.
  • The Raiders interviewed Seahawks wide receivers coach Frisman Jackson for their offensive coordinator opening, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.
  • Defensive line coach and run-game coordinator Rob Leonard is set to interview for defensive coordinator, per The 33rd Team’s Ari Meirov.
  • Kubiak confirmed he will call offensive plays but emphasized a collaborative, staff-driven approach to game planning and in-game decisions.
  • Kubiak outlined a defensive coordinator profile centered on effort, technique and physicality, echoing GM John Spytek’s push for a gritty team identity.