The Las Vegas Raiders have officially assembled their coaching staff for the 2026 NFL season as part of Tom Brady’s ongoing rebuilding efforts. Head coach Klint Kubiak has confirmed his key personnel to support the team during this critical year.
Experienced Coaches Join Kubiak’s Team
The Raiders revealed their coaching roster weeks before the anticipated selection of Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall draft pick. One notable addition is Nick Holz, appointed as the offensive passing game coordinator. Holz previously spent ten seasons with the Raiders from 2012 to 2021 and served as the offensive coordinator for the Tennessee Titans over the past two years.
Interestingly, the team opted not to hire a dedicated quarterbacks coach. However, the lineup includes coaches with strong quarterback development backgrounds, such as assistant head coach Mike McCoy and offensive coordinator Andrew Janocko. Both have experience coaching quarterbacks and will work in tandem with Holz to fill any gaps.
Quarterback Development Strategy and Mentorship
Andrew Janocko, who coached quarterbacks alongside Kubiak with the Seattle Seahawks, brings valuable experience after being part of a team fresh off a Super Bowl run with quarterback Sam Darnold. With Kubiak calling the plays, Janocko is well-positioned to focus on nurturing Fernando Mendoza’s growth as a rookie.
Adding to the support system is Raiders minority owner Tom Brady, a seven-time Super Bowl champion quarterback, offering mentorship opportunities to the team’s young quarterbacks. Mendoza expressed enthusiasm about learning from Brady, highlighting the immense value of such guidance during his development.
From Day 1, I gotta learn a lot. It’s going to be a long journey, and to have — potentially have — a mentor like that would be pretty impressive and pretty meaningful.
Mendoza, Scouting Combine participant
Significance for Raiders’ Future Prospects
By establishing a coaching staff blending seasoned professionals and strong mentorship, the Raiders aim to foster a supportive environment for their promising quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, and the whole offense. The absence of a traditional quarterbacks coach is offset by the combined expertise of Kubiak’s team and Brady’s influence, which could positively impact player development and team performance through 2026.
As the Raiders prepare for a pivotal season, this coaching configuration demonstrates their commitment to building a competitive squad focused on growth and success under Brady’s rebuilding vision.
