The Las Vegas Raiders have made a significant addition to their coaching staff by hiring Kliff Kingsbury as their new offensive coordinator. Kingsbury, who was previously a senior offensive analyst with USC, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the team.
At the age of 44, Kingsbury has already had an impressive career in both playing and coaching. As a player, he was a sixth-round pick of the New England Patriots in 2003, where he played as a quarterback. During his time with the Patriots, he had the opportunity to learn from legendary quarterback Tom Brady and even received a Super Bowl ring for his contributions during the season.
After his stint with the Patriots, Kingsbury went on to play for several other teams including the New Orleans Saints, Denver Broncos, New York Jets, and Buffalo Bills. He also had a brief stint in the Canadian Football League before retiring from playing in 2007. Although he only played in one NFL game, Kingsbury’s experience as a quarterback has undoubtedly shaped his understanding of the game and his ability to work with quarterbacks.
Following his playing career, Kingsbury transitioned into coaching and quickly made a name for himself in the college ranks. He started his coaching journey at Houston in 2008 before moving on to Texas A&M. However, it was during his tenure as the head coach at Texas Tech from 2013 to 2018 that he truly made his mark. Kingsbury had the opportunity to work with several successful quarterbacks during his time at Texas Tech, including Baker Mayfield and Patrick Mahomes, who have gone on to have successful careers in the NFL.
In 2019, Kingsbury made the jump to the NFL when he was hired as the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals. Although his time with the Cardinals was short-lived and he was fired in 2022, Kingsbury’s experience at the professional level will undoubtedly be valuable as he takes on the role of offensive coordinator for the Raiders.
One of the reasons why Kingsbury’s hiring is significant is because of the trend that Raiders’ coach Antonio Pierce has been following. Pierce has been hiring both former NFL players and former head coaches, and Kingsbury fits into both categories. His experience as a player and a head coach will bring a unique perspective to the Raiders’ coaching staff and could potentially have a positive impact on the team’s offensive performance.
As the Raiders prepare for the upcoming season, there is no doubt that Kliff Kingsbury’s addition to the coaching staff will be closely watched. With his extensive experience working with quarterbacks and his understanding of the game, he has the potential to make a significant impact on the team’s offensive strategy. Raiders fans will be eagerly anticipating the start of the season to see how Kingsbury’s expertise translates onto the field.