LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Raiders introduced Klint Kubiak as their new head coach Tuesday.

Kubiak, who turns 39 next week, was the offensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks and is coming off a 29-13 Super Bowl victory over the New England Patriots Sunday.

Kubiak spoke with the media at the Raiders’ practice facility in Henderson and was asked a wide range of questions, from the makeup of his coaching staff to potentially selecting Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft.

Kubiak, whose father, Gary, won the Super Bowl in 2016 with the Denver Broncos, also was asked about being the first father-son coaches in NFL history to win a Super Bowl.

“Is that a real stat? Is that a real deal?” he asked.

Here are highlights from Kubiak’s first news conference as Raiders coach:

Kubiak hopes Crosby remains with Raiders

Kubiak said he had a cup of coffee with star defensive end Maxx Crosby on Tuesday morning and is looking forward to continuing those conversations.

“We want him to be part of our success going forward,” Kubiak said.

Kubiak expands on future staff

Kubiak said he had a list of candidates for his assistants and is collaborating with general manager John Spytek on building his staff.

“We’re trying to put together a great staff of teachers. I think if we can put together a great staff and get the players up to date on these playbooks … and let the results speak for themselves,” Kubiak said.

Jeanty a building block for Kubiak

Running back Ashton Jeanty fell short of expectations as a rookie working behind an offensive line that struggled from the start.

Kubiak was asked about Jeanty and noted he saw the first-round pick play several times at Boise State.

“I’m very excited about his skill set and what he brings. … I’m very excited about his talent,” Kubiak said.

Traits in Kubiak’s defensive coordinator

Kubiak said he is in the process of identifying candidates for his defensive coordinator.

He noted he is more focused on establishing a physical style of play and wants a defensive coordinator who coaches effort.

Kubiak ready for Mendoza question

Kubiak was asked about Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza and whether that played a role in taking the head coach job with the Raiders, who own the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft.

Kubiak did not reference Mendoza by name and said they have “a lot of tape to watch” before determining who the team will select.

“The resources the Raiders have, having cap space, having the first pick, those all go into the decision,” he said.

Kubiak excited to join Raiders

Kubiak said he had the option to stay in Seattle as the offensive coordinator but called the opportunity to join the Raiders organization a “no-brainer.”

“The main thing is this, is no ordinary job. This is the silver and black,” he said.

Spytek makes opening comments

Spytek is joined at the dais by franchise legends Mike Haynes, Howie Long, Marcus Allen, Jim Plunkett, Charles Woodson and Rich Gannon.

Spytek joked that Kubiak will get the day off tomorrow to celebrate the Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory.

“He’s going to take a one-day hiatus, be in a parade and get back to work on Thursday,” Spytek said.

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