Former Seattle Seahawks head coach, Pete Carroll, recently discussed his meeting with the Seahawks ownership during his final weekly radio show. In a surprising revelation, Carroll expressed his interest in other head-coaching opportunities while clarifying that he isn’t counting on one. During the meeting, Carroll found it challenging to present his football case as he felt that non-“football people” were the ones making decisions.
Carroll highlighted the difficulties he faced while trying to convey his precise thoughts to individuals who lack a background in football coaching. Though he didn’t specifically name the non-“football people,” it is known that he met with team ownership alongside general manager John Schneider. Jody Allen, the chair and de facto owner of the Seahawks, took control of the team after the tragic passing of her brother, Paul Allen, in 2018.
While the Seahawks announced Carroll’s dismissal as a mutual decision, his comments suggest otherwise, indicating his desire to continue coaching the team. Carroll believes that media opinions played a significant role in ownership’s decision-making process instead of input from “football people.” He recognizes the challenge of dealing with opinions and conclusions drawn by individuals outside of the game.
The Seahawks experienced a disappointing season, finishing 9-8 and failing to make the playoffs for the second time in Carroll’s last three seasons. However, Carroll’s tenure as head coach was undoubtedly successful, with two NFC championships and a Super Bowl victory under his belt. Prior to his time with the Seahawks, Carroll also had a successful coaching career with USC, winning a national championship with the Trojans.
Even though Carroll, now 72 years old, currently serves in an advisory role for the Seahawks, he hasn’t ruled out a return to coaching with another team. However, he clarified that he isn’t actively pursuing another coaching job and is excited about the possibilities beyond coaching.
In conclusion, Pete Carroll’s statements in his final radio show shed light on his meeting with Seahawks ownership and his future in coaching. As a highly respected coach in the football world, his thoughts on the decision-making process and his openness to other opportunities have sparked discussions among fans and media alike. Only time will tell what the next chapter holds for this legendary coach.