Seahawks

UCLA head coach Chip Kelly stands on the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California in Los Angeles, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Report: Seahawks interview UCLA coach Chip Kelly for OC job

Seattle is one of two NFL teams still searching for an offensive coordinator.

UCLA head coach Chip Kelly stands on the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California in Los Angeles, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Seattle Seahawks new NFL football head coach Mike Macdonald speaks during an introductory press conference, Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

Seahawks hope Mike Macdonald can make them contenders again

Seattle’s extensive search led it to hiring the youngest coach in the NFL.

Seattle Seahawks new NFL football head coach Mike Macdonald speaks during an introductory press conference, Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald talks to the media during an NFL football media availability, Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, in Owings Mills, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Seahawks hire Ravens DC Mike Macdonald as new head coach

The 36-year-old Macdonald replaces longtime Seattle coach Pete Carroll.

Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald talks to the media during an NFL football media availability, Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, in Owings Mills, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald talks to the media during an NFL football media availability, Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, in Owings Mills, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Seahawks’ list of coaching candidates expands

Losses by Baltimore and Detroit in the conference championship games means two sought-after coordinators are available for hire.

Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald talks to the media during an NFL football media availability, Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, in Owings Mills, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider, facing, looks over at head coach Pete Carroll as he arrives during a media availability after it was announced he will not return as head coach next season, Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at the NFL football team's headquarters in Renton, Wash. Carroll will remain with the organization as an advisor. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Seahawks’ coaching narrows after hires by Panthers, Falcons

Seattle is one of just two teams still searching for its next head coach.

Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider, facing, looks over at head coach Pete Carroll as he arrives during a media availability after it was announced he will not return as head coach next season, Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at the NFL football team's headquarters in Renton, Wash. Carroll will remain with the organization as an advisor. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider listens as head coach Pete Carroll speaks during a media availability after it was announced he will not return as head coach next season, Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at the NFL football team's headquarters in Renton, Wash. Carroll will remain with the organization as an advisor. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

With Carroll no longer the coach, it’s GM Schneider’s in Seattle

Seahawks general manager John Schneider is search for a new head coach for the first time.

Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider listens as head coach Pete Carroll speaks during a media availability after it was announced he will not return as head coach next season, Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at the NFL football team's headquarters in Renton, Wash. Carroll will remain with the organization as an advisor. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Former Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll speaks during a media availability after it was announced he will not return as head coach next season, Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at the NFL football team's headquarters in Renton, Wash. Carroll will remain with the organization as an advisor. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Pete Carroll is Seattle sports royalty, but it was time to move on

The results of recent seasons show it was time for the Seahawks to make a change.

Former Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll speaks during a media availability after it was announced he will not return as head coach next season, Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at the NFL football team's headquarters in Renton, Wash. Carroll will remain with the organization as an advisor. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Pete Carroll out as head coach of Seahawks after 14 seasons

The 72-year-old is moving to an advisory role with the team.

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Seattle Seahawks tight end Will Dissly (89) scores a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Analysis: Seahawks missing playoffs is another sign they’ve become average

Seattle had much higher expectations for a season that ended one win shy of the postseason at 9-8.

Seattle Seahawks tight end Will Dissly (89) scores a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll argues a call with side judge Jim Quirk (5) in the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Pete Carroll says he wants, expects to coach Seahawks next season

The 72-year-old coach’s tenure has been in question during an inconsistent season.

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll argues a call with side judge Jim Quirk (5) in the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Seattle Seahawks cornerback Michael Jackson (30) celebrates as Arizona Cardinals place kicker Matt Prater (5) walks off the field after missing a 51-yard field-goal attempt as time runs out in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game in Glendale, Ariz. The Seahawks won 21-20. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Grading the Seahawks in their 21-20 win vs. the Cardinals

Seattle is gifted a victory by Arizona, but it’s not enough to get the Seahawks into the playoffs.

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Michael Jackson (30) celebrates as Arizona Cardinals place kicker Matt Prater (5) walks off the field after missing a 51-yard field-goal attempt as time runs out in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game in Glendale, Ariz. The Seahawks won 21-20. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) celebrates with wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) after they combined for a touchdown pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Seahawks in must-win scenario vs. Cardinals, still could miss playoffs

Seattle is also hoping for a Green Bay loss. Meanwhile, Arizona looks to play spoiler.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) celebrates with wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) after they combined for a touchdown pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. The Steelers won 30-23. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Seahawks focused on ‘finish’ as they prepare for finale vs. Cardinals

Seattle is worrying about its own results heading into a week where it needs outside help to reach the playoffs.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. The Steelers won 30-23. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) gets past Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Patrick Peterson (20) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Seahawks’ current position shows team has major flaws

Seattle hasn’t gained any traction after a surprising run last season.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) gets past Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Patrick Peterson (20) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) carries the Seattle Seahawks’ defense into the end zone in the second half of Sunday’s game in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Grading the Seahawks in their 30-23 loss versus the Steelers

Seattle’s defense falls apart in a defeat that damages the Seahawks’ playoff hopes.

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) carries the Seattle Seahawks’ defense into the end zone in the second half of Sunday’s game in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, left, and Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin shake hands on the field after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Pittsburgh. The Seahawks defeated the Steelers 28-26. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

Venerable coaches lead Seahawks, Steelers into key matchup

Seattle’s Pete Carroll and Pittsburgh’s Mike Tomlin bring a mutual respect into Sunday’s clash.

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, left, and Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin shake hands on the field after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Pittsburgh. The Seahawks defeated the Steelers 28-26. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Seattle Seahawk players celebrate the game-wining touchdown with tight end Colby Parkinson (84) as Tennessee Titans cornerback Tre Avery (23) walks away during their game Sunday in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Grading the Seahawks in their 20-17 victory over the Titans

Solid defense and two fourth-quarter touchdown drives put Seattle back into playoff position.

Seattle Seahawk players celebrate the game-wining touchdown with tight end Colby Parkinson (84) as Tennessee Titans cornerback Tre Avery (23) walks away during their game Sunday in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll reacts as players gather during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, in Seattle. The Seahawks won 20-17. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Seahawks face short week, long trip vs. Titans

Seattle looks to keep its momentum going after dramatic victory against Philadelphia.

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll reacts as players gather during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, in Seattle. The Seahawks won 20-17. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) catches the ball during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, December 18, 2023 in Seattle. The Seahawks won 20-17. (AP Photo/Ben VanHouten)

Metcalf came through when Seahawks needed it vs. Eagles

The standout wide receiver did everything but catch the winning TD pass on Seattle’s memorable drive Monday night.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) catches the ball during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, December 18, 2023 in Seattle. The Seahawks won 20-17. (AP Photo/Ben VanHouten)
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, left, catches the game-winning touchdown in front of Philadelphia Eagles cornerback James Bradberry (24) on Monday in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Grading the Seahawks in their 20-17 victory over the Eagles

The defense and back-up quarterback Drew Lock both come through to keep Seattle’s season alive.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, left, catches the game-winning touchdown in front of Philadelphia Eagles cornerback James Bradberry (24) on Monday in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)