Pre-Snap Reads 1/13: How many of y’all wanted to move on from Pete Carroll?

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I’d like to know: How many of yall really wanted to move on from Pete Carroll? In the short life of our Seattle Seahawks, they’ve had 8 coaches (on the search for the 9th), and it is not so obvious that Pete is the best of the bunch. We’ve been lucky. Some very cool, very ambitious people have rolled through our little port town and have helped bring a lot of joy to the fanbase. Pete’s departure hurts, and the reality of the situation hits a bit harder than expected, in both a negative and positive sense. How would you have handled this off-season? Do you like the process that ‘Hawks management went through to ask Pete to move on? Who is your preferred successor?

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Seahawks News

Most Seahawks fans actually did not want Pete Carroll to be fired – Seaside Joe
If Jody Allen did what fans wanted, Pete Carroll might still be the Seahawks head coach: Seaside Joe 1776

Pete Carroll laments non-‘football people’ calling Seahawks shots after losing coaching job – Yahoo Sports
Carroll’s comments Friday further suggest that the decision to end his tenure as Seahawks coach was not mutual.

What direction will the John Schneider era take? – Seahawks Draft Blog
The Seahawks are in a position they’ve only really been in for one year since the turn of the century. Mike Holmgren was the ‘big show’ in Seattle. Pete Carroll, equally, defined everything about the team.

Schefter on if 2 big-name coaches could be in play for Seahawks – Seattle Sports
ESPN insider Adam Schefter shared his thoughts on the Seattle Seahawks’ coaching search and two potential candidates.

Pete Carroll details final meetings with Seahawks ownership – Seattle Sports
Former Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll joined Brock & Salk for one last Pete Carroll Show to discuss what happened this week.

Friday Round-Up: Brock & Salk Host Seahawks Legendary Coach for Final ‘Pete Carroll Show’ – Seahawks.com
After 14 seasons in Seattle as head coach, Pete Carroll discussed the journey with Brock Huard and Mike Salk of Seattle Sports 710AM.

Russell Wilson surprises former Seahawks coach Pete Carroll at farewell party: ‘We had a great evening’ – The Athletic
It is believed to be the first meeting between Carroll and Wilson since his Seahawks defeated Wilson’s Broncos in the 2022 season opener.

How Does Seattle Seahawks Head Coach Opening Stack Up Against Competition? – Sports Illustrated Seattle Seahawks News, Analysis and More
Finding a quality replacement for Pete Carroll won’t be an easy process, but John Schneider does have several key selling points working in his favor as he tries to land a top candidate to take over on the sideline for the Seattle Seahawks.

NFC West News

NFC Playoff Roster Recap: Who is the biggest challenge for the 49ers? – Niners Nation
Examining the strengths and weaknesses of the San Francisco 49ers potential playoff opponents

How Kyle Shanahan Has Improved as the 49ers Head Coach – Sports Illustrated San Francisco 49ers News, Analysis and More
Fred Warner explains why Kyle Shanahan has improved as the San Francisco 49ers head coach.

Scenarios for the Arizona Cardinals and the #4 pick – Revenge of the Birds
The season is over and the Arizona Cardinals have another high draft pick. You know what that means: endless speculation, talk about scenarios, and mock drafts! Let’s get started.

Rams keys to victory: LA defense must pressure Jared Goff to beat Lions – Turf Show Times
The Los Angeles Rams are set to play the Detroit Lions on wild card weekend. It will be Matthew Stafford’s return to Detroit, the city where he played the first 12 years of his career. While the…

Rams Star Aaron Donald Named to AP All-Pro Team, Joins Young Phenoms Puka & Kyren – Sports Illustrated LA Rams News, Analysis and More
The Associated Press All-Pro first and second teams came out today, and three Los Angeles Rams were able to make the lineups.

Around The NFL

Report: NFL in talks to purchase share of ESPN – Larry Brown Sports
The NFL and ESPN are reportedly in negotiations that would see the league purchase a share of the network.

Patriots hire Jerod Mayo to replace Bill Belichick as head coach – Yahoo Sports
Mayo will become the youngest coach in the NFL.

NFL MVP voting preview? Lamar Jackson leads AP All-Pro team with 45 of 50 votes as QB – Yahoo Sports
The AP announced its All-Pro teams on Friday.

NFL regarding Bills-Steelers: “Our focus will remain on public safety” – NBC Sports
Plans have not yet changed for Sunday’s game.

NFL wild-card round playoff game picks, schedule, odds – ESPN
Here’s everything you need to know for the six NFL wild-card games. Which teams will win, and which players could make an impact?

Cleveland Browns Myles Garrett won’t be denied in NFL playoffs – ESPN
Garrett has always been a dominant individual pass-rusher, but this season he has become the leader the Browns needed.

New England Patriots’ promotion of Jerod Mayo important for Black coaches — Andscape
A long-rumored move occurred Friday as the New England Patriots promoted inside linebackers coach Jerod Mayo to replace head coach Bill Belichick, the legendary…

NFL rookie rankings: C.J. Stroud, Puka Nacua finish regular season on top; Kobie Turner’s stock SURGES – NFL.com
With the 2023 NFL regular season in the books, Marc Ross provides a final update to his rookie rankings. Who reigns supreme in this class? Which previously unranked defensive lineman vaults into the top 10? See the full pecking order, 1-25.

Ranking each team’s primary starting running back for the 2023 NFL season – NFL.com
Maurice Jones-Drew ranks each team’s primary starting running back for the 2023 NFL season. How high does Kyren Williams place? And which player earns the No. 1 spot?

The Lions believed in Jared Goff, and that’s all he needed to come roaring back – The Athletic
Detroit has cultivated an environment that doesn’t abide questions about its quarterback, and that trust has allowed him to succeed.

NFL head-coaching matchmaker: Identifying which candidates fit best for each of league’s seven available jobs – CBSSports.com
Here’s a rundown of where each coach should end up

Strengths, weaknesses for all 14 NFL playoff teams | NFL News, Rankings and Statistics | PFF
Fourteen NFL teams remain in contention for the Lombardi Trophy, and each has strengths and weaknesses.

2023 All-Breakout Team: Jordan Love, Nico Collins, Jaylon Johnson and more | NFL News, Rankings and Statistics | PFF
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love and Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson were among the biggest breakouts during the 2023 NFL regular season.