Legendary Seahawks Coach Pete Carroll Steps Down
After a transformative 14-season tenure with the Seattle Seahawks, coach Pete Carroll has stepped down, transitioning to an advisory role within the team.
Cameron Jordan
- 2024-01-11
- Updated 02:34 AM ET
(NewsNibs) - Pete Carroll concluded his head coaching role with the Seattle Seahawks on January 10, as announced by the franchise in a recent statement. Carroll, who started his stint with the Seahawks in 2010, etched his name in history by leading the team to its first and only Super Bowl victory in the 2013 season. His coaching prowess was further evidenced when the team made a consecutive Super Bowl appearance the following year, although they were defeated by the New England Patriots.
A Season of Change
The National Football League (NFL) has been witnessing a significant shift in leadership, with coaches Mike Vrabel of the Tennessee Titans, Ron Rivera of the Washington Commanders, and Arthur Smith of the Atlanta Falcons also departing from their head coaching positions. The change in Seattle's leadership comes in the wake of the Seahawks narrowly missing playoff qualification, finishing the current season with a 9:8 record.
Pete Carroll's Future Role
In his new capacity as an advisor, Carroll will continue to impact the Seahawks, albeit off the field. Jody Allen, Seahawks' team owner, expressed deep appreciation for Carroll's contributions over his 14-year tenure, which has been the most successful in the team's history. Allen acknowledged Carroll's role in bringing the franchise and the city of Seattle its first Super Bowl title and emphasized that the decision for Carroll's shift in roles was made after careful consideration for the franchise's best interests.
The legacy of Pete Carroll remains formidable within the Seahawks' lore as he transitions from the sidelines to the advisory role. The organization and its fans are now poised to witness a new chapter in the team's history, carrying forward the competitive spirit and excellence that Carroll has instilled.
