The Seattle Seahawks took a methodical approach in selecting their new offensive coordinator, ensuring they made the right choice for the team’s future. Head coach Mike Macdonald emphasized that the search was intentional and involved multiple interviews with various candidates, careful deliberation with general manager John Schneider, and input from trusted coaching staff.
After an extensive process, the Seahawks landed on Klint Kubiak, who was officially introduced as the team’s new offensive coordinator on Tuesday. Macdonald was confident in the decision, highlighting Kubiak’s character, deep football knowledge, and adaptability in designing offensive schemes.
“It was clear that Klint was the right fit,” Macdonald said. “Not just because of his scheme expertise, but also his leadership, humility, and passion for the game. His vision for our offense aligns perfectly with our personnel, and we’re excited to move forward with him.”
For Kubiak, the opportunity to join the Seahawks was an easy decision. He was drawn to working alongside Macdonald, coaching a roster full of playmakers like Geno Smith, DK Metcalf, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and contributing to an organization known for its winning culture.
“Seattle has a first-class reputation around the league,” Kubiak said. “I don’t take this opportunity lightly. It’s about working together as a coaching staff to build something special, and I’m eager to get to work.”
As a disciple of the Shanahan offensive system, Kubiak brings a philosophy rooted in balance, adaptability, and strong fundamentals. While each team that runs the Shanahan system has its own variation seen in the Rams, 49ers, Dolphins, and Packers Kubiak is committed to implementing a version that maximizes Seattle’s strengths.
“You have to be able to win in multiple ways,” Kubiak emphasized. “We want to be smart, tough, and physical. Running the ball effectively is crucial, but we also need to be an efficient passing team. The fundamentals blocking, route running, decision-making—will be our foundation.”
Macdonald echoed this sentiment, stressing that repetition and execution are what truly make an offense dominant.
“Klint has lived and breathed this scheme since birth,” Macdonald said. “The key is refining the details through constant repetition—so that by the time we hit January and February, we’re executing at an elite level.”
Kubiak is particularly excited to work with Geno Smith but is determined to design an offense that doesn’t rely solely on one player.
“If you have to drop back 50 times a game, that’s a tough way to win,” he explained. “Sometimes you’ll need to air it out, other times you’ll need to pound the rock. The key is balance and being adaptable.”
With Kubiak now at the helm of Seattle’s offense, the Seahawks are poised to blend strategic innovation with physicality creating a unit capable of winning in any situation.
