Right now, no one has officially been named as the next Las Vegas Raiders head coach, so it is not yet known who will get the job. Reports only point to leading candidates and betting favorites, not a finalized hire.

Current situation

  • The Raiders fired head coach Pete Carroll in early January 2026 after just one season, opening yet another coaching search for the franchise.
  • Owner Mark Davis, minority owner Tom Brady and GM John Spytek are leading the search and are expected to be aggressive in finding a new coach.

Leading betting favorite

  • Sportsbooks currently list Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores as the betting favorite to become the next Raiders head coach.
  • Part of the speculation ties to Flores’ previous relationship with Tom Brady and the idea of a “Patriot Way” style reset in Las Vegas.

Other reported candidates

Local and national reports mention several other names as realistic options, even if they are not favorites.

  • Defensive-minded coaches:
    • Brian Flores (Vikings DC, ex-Dolphins HC) – strong defensive reputation and ties to Brady.
* Jeff Hafley (Packers DC, former Boston College HC).

* Chris Shula (Rams DC, part of the McVay tree).
  • Offensive-minded coaches:
    • Kliff Kingsbury (Commanders OC, ex-Cardinals HC) – previously nearly joined the Raiders’ staff and is viewed as a QB-friendly play‑caller.
* Frank Smith (Dolphins OC, former Raiders assistant) – well regarded and familiar with the organization.

What the Raiders seem to want

  • The Raiders hold the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and that top‑QB opportunity makes the job more attractive.
  • Reports say they are focused on leadership and teaching, with a strong offensive plan to develop a young quarterback, whether that comes directly from the head coach or a high‑end offensive coordinator paired with a defensive head coach.

So who will it be?

  • As of now, there is no official hire, only odds and rumors.
  • Brian Flores is the most commonly cited favorite, but until the team announces a contract and press conference, it is only informed speculation and could still shift as interviews and the market evolve.

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