Pete Carroll out as Seahawks coach: Ranking the top 10 moments of his 14 seasons in Seattle

It’s safe to say that Pete Carroll’s removal as the Seattle Seahawks’ head coach was something not many people saw coming. But that’s exactly what happened on Wednesday, when the most successful coach in team history transitioned from head coach to an adviser role. 

“It’s been an honor and a thrill to be part of this program,” an emotional Carroll said on Wednesday. “I’ve loved every minute of it. You’ve watched me love it in particular. It’s exciting that there’s such a future here. You can see it. We know it’s happening. It’s bright. The club’s got great places to go, and there’s great chances. It’ll never happen automatically. There’s a lot of work to be done and all of that, but the future is bright.” 

The 72-year-old coach has an immeasurable impact in Seattle. During Carroll’s 14 seasons, the Seahawks won nearly 61 percent of their regular season games. Seattle also won 10 playoff games that included the franchise’s first Super Bowl title. Carroll’s run in Seattle also included 10 playoff appearances, five division titles and two NFC titles. 

With Seattle embarking on a new era, here’s a look at the top moments during Carroll’s time as Seahawks head coach. 

The high point of Carroll’s time as Seahawks coach is also the greatest moment in franchise history. Seattle capped off a brilliant season by dismantling Peyton Manning and the Broncos in Super Bowl XLIX. The 43-8 win included two defensive scores and an 87-yard kickoff return by Percy Harvin that stretched Seattle’s lead to 29-0 to start the second half. 

Fittingly, the MVP of the game was a member of Seattle’s defense. The award went to linebacker Malcom Smith, whose 69-yard pick-six off Manning late in the first half gave the Seahawks a 22-0 lead. 

2. 2014 NFC title game  

Down 19-7 in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks rallied to defeat Aaron Rodgers and the Packers in the 2014 NFC title game. Seattle scored two…

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Author : Bryan DeArdo

Publish date : 2024-01-10 22:27:37

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