Pete Carroll mutually agreed to depart from his role as head coach of the Seattle Seahawks.

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Pete Carroll mutually agreed to depart from his role as head coach of the Seattle Seahawks.

The Seahawks and Pete Carroll, who over the course of 14 seasons became the winningest coach in franchise history, have mutually agreed that his role will evolve from head coach to an advisor with the organization.

"Pete is the winningest coach in Seahawks history, brought the city its first Super Bowl title, and created a tremendous impact over the past 14 years on the field and in the community.

"His expertise in leadership and building a championship culture will continue as an integral part of our organization moving forward. Pete will always be a beloved member of the Seahawks family," the Seahawks said in a statement.

It was a surprise move given the rebuilding Seahawks finished the season with a 9-8 record and only narrowly missed the playoffs.

Carroll helped the franchise win its only Super Bowl in the 2013 season. He compiled a 137-89-1 record and led the organization to the playoffs 10 times. 

His 170 wins, including the postseason, leave him tied for 15th in NFL history and put him behind only Bill Belichick, Andy Reid and Mike Tomlin among active coaches.