Official: Klint Kubiak Named Raiders HC. What It Means for Zamir White & Bowers

It is official. On February 10, the Las Vegas Raiders introduced Klint Kubiak as their new Head Coach, signing him to a five-year contract. Kubiak, fresh off a Super Bowl run as the Seahawks' Offensive Coordinator, brings the coveted Shanahan/Kubiak wide-zone scheme to Vegas.

The Scheme: Wide Zone & Play Action

For dynasty managers, this system is known for two things:

1. Efficient Rushing: It turns unknown RBs into stars.
2. TE Friendly: It utilizes the Tight End heavily in the passing game off play-action.

Winner: Brock Bowers

Brock Bowers is the biggest beneficiary of this hire.

• Role: In this offense, the TE is often the primary read on bootlegs and crossers (think George Kittle).
• Dynasty Outlook: Bowers was already a TE1. Under Kubiak, he has the ceiling to finish as the TE1 overall. His ability to create yards after the catch meshes perfectly with Kubiak's design.

Loser (Potentially): Zamir White

The wide-zone scheme requires a specific type of running back: one with elite vision and "one-cut" ability.

• The Problem: Zamir White is a powerful, downhill runner, but he lacks the lateral agility typically preferred in this system.
• Prediction: Expect the Raiders to bring in competition. Whether it's a draft pick (look for speed) or a veteran familiar with the scheme, White's bell-cow role is in serious danger. Sell before the NFL Draft.

Quarterback Question

Kubiak needs a QB who can process quickly and throw on the run. The Raiders hold the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 Draft. This hire signals they are likely drafting their franchise QB to grow within this QB-friendly system.