The Seattle Seahawks have embarked on a remarkable transformation under new coach Mike Macdonald, leaving behind the imprint of the previous regime. According to Matt Calkins of the Seattle Times, significant changes have swept the team facility, effectively erasing the legacy of former coach Pete Carroll.
Carroll’s presence has been eliminated from key areas, with photographs of iconic moments removed, including Marshawn Lynch’s iconic ‘Beast Quake’ run and Richard Sherman’s game-clinching interception in the 2013 NFC Championship Game. Slogans such as ‘Always compete’ and ‘All in!’ have also been discarded.
The alterations extend beyond visual cues, as Macdonald has removed a basketball hoop installed by Carroll in the main meeting room. This move could spark controversy, given Carroll’s suggestion that he was forced out as head coach. However, Macdonald’s intentions seem rooted in providing a fresh start for his players, unencumbered by the accomplishments of the past.
While banners commemorating the Seahawks’ title triumph remain, the physical reminders of Carroll’s era are rapidly disappearing from the team facility, symbolizing the Seahawks’ determination to embrace a new chapter.
