Raiders Tap Andrew Janocko as Offensive Coordinator

The Las Vegas Raiders are continuing to assemble a coaching staff that blends experience with recent championship pedigree. Following the hiring of Klint Kubiak as head coach, the team has now named Andrew Janocko as offensive coordinator, marking another addition with Super Bowl experience. The move signals the Raiders’ intent to bring in coaches familiar with winning at the highest level.

Janocko, 37, comes to Las Vegas after a successful stint in Seattle, where he served as quarterbacks coach for the Seahawks. He played a key role in elevating Sam Darnold’s performance, helping the veteran quarterback achieve a 67.7% completion rate en route to a Super Bowl victory. His work with Darnold and the Seahawks’ offense cemented his reputation as a rising coaching talent in the NFL.

Although Janocko has never held the title of offensive coordinator, his resume includes multiple stops mentoring quarterbacks across the league. Since 2021, he has worked with the Minnesota Vikings, Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints, and Seahawks, building a track record of improving quarterback play. His hiring underscores Kubiak’s focus on surrounding himself with coaches he trusts.

The Raiders are also enhancing other areas of the coaching staff. Alongside Janocko, the team has added Joe DeCamillis as special teams coach. A 31-year NFL veteran, DeCamillis brings a wealth of experience, including two seasons leading South Carolina’s special teams, giving Kubiak a mix of youthful energy and established expertise.

1. Seahawks Connections Strengthen Raiders Staff

Kubiak and Janocko first collaborated in Seattle, immediately after Janocko helped guide the Seahawks to a Super Bowl triumph. Their reunion in Las Vegas comes just one week after that championship, emphasizing Kubiak’s desire for continuity and familiarity in key coaching roles. The hiring continues a trend of former Seahawks personnel joining new organizations, following the model set by the Raiders last year when they brought in Pete Carroll’s staff. By tapping into coaches with recent championship experience, the Raiders are aiming to instill a winning culture quickly. Janocko’s knowledge of Kubiak’s offensive philosophy is expected to facilitate a smoother transition for the Raiders. Both coaches favor a quarterback-friendly system that emphasizes accuracy, timing, and adaptability—qualities they refined during their time with Seattle’s offense. This infusion of Seahawks talent also positions Las Vegas to potentially attract other rising assistants who want to work under a staff with a Super Bowl pedigree. The shared championship experience could serve as a strong recruiting tool for coaching talent across the NFL.

2. Janocko’s Track Record With Quarterbacks

Before joining the Raiders, Janocko gained attention for his impact on Sam Darnold, who revived his career under Janocko’s guidance. Darnold’s completion rate surged, and his on-field decision-making improved, highlighting Janocko’s ability to develop quarterbacks who had previously struggled. Throughout his coaching career, Janocko has rotated between four teams, consistently working with QBs to improve mechanics, game preparation, and situational awareness. His resume, while lacking coordinator experience, demonstrates a clear capacity to lead an offense with precision and structure. NFL insiders have noted that Janocko’s work ethic and adaptability make him a natural fit for Kubiak’s system. The partnership is expected to bring creative play-calling and consistency to the Raiders’ offense, which struggled to find rhythm in previous seasons. By bringing in a coach who has already contributed to a Super Bowl-winning offense, the Raiders hope to accelerate the development of their young quarterbacks and maximize the talent already on the roster.

3. Building a Balanced, Experienced Staff

Alongside Janocko, Kubiak has prioritized veteran leadership, exemplified by the hiring of Joe DeCamillis as special teams coach. DeCamillis’s 31 years in coaching provide stability and institutional knowledge, complementing the younger, championship-winning coaches on staff. The Raiders’ front office appears committed to a balance of youth and experience, pairing innovative thinkers like Janocko with seasoned mentors like DeCamillis. This blend is aimed at fostering both development and accountability across the roster. Kubiak’s approach mirrors successful models in the NFL, where a mix of proven systems and new perspectives often leads to sustained success. The combination of recent Super Bowl experience and decades of veteran insight gives Las Vegas a more complete coaching framework than in previous seasons. As the Raiders prepare for the 2026 campaign, these hires indicate a deliberate strategy to assemble a staff capable of immediate impact while building toward long-term competitiveness.