Pete Carroll Returns to USC as a Teacher

Pete Carroll is set to return to the University of Southern California, but not to coach. Instead, he will teach a class this spring, as confirmed by the university on Wednesday. USC expressed excitement about Carroll's return, highlighting his "knowledge and experience" that will benefit students, with detailed plans still being finalized.

Carroll, 72, previously coached USC from 2001 to 2009, achieving a 97-19 record and securing two national championships. He then moved to the Seattle Seahawks, amassing a 137-89 record over 14 seasons and clinching one Super Bowl victory. Carroll's combined success in both college football and the NFL makes him one of just three coaches to win both a Super Bowl and a college football national title.

The Seahawks dismissed Carroll in January despite his strong record, and although he was named an advisor, he told KJR-FM he hasn't had an active role doing so. Since his departure from USC, the Trojans have had six head coaches and limited major successes. Current coach Lincoln Riley concluded a subpar 2023 season with an 8-5 record, despite having Caleb Williams, the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner. Carroll has not ruled out a return to coaching but is not currently seeking opportunities. (This story was generated by Newser's AI chatbot. Source: the AP)