Why Pete Carroll Is the Absolute Wrong Hire for the Chicago Bears
Y'all really want Pete Carroll to coach the 2025 Chicago Bears?
The Bears Don’t Need a Retirement Plan
I don’t know what’s older. Pete Carroll or the piece of gum he’s chewing right now.
Pete Carroll? Really? This isn’t 2013, and the Bears aren’t running a nostalgia tour. If Chicago seriously considers hiring Pete Carroll as their next head coach, it’s proof the McCaskeys are stuck in a time loop.
Yes, Carroll has a Super Bowl ring, and yes, he kept Seattle competitive for over a decade. But the NFL has changed, and Carroll hasn’t. The Bears don’t need a safe, old-school coach who peaked years ago. They need someone who can drag this franchise into the modern NFL.
We’ve seen this before with John Fox. The White Sox derailed after they hired La Russa to run the show. Y’all can catch me outside with this Carroll talk.
The Bears are a rebuilding project, not a quick fix. They need a coach who can create a system built for longevity, not someone looking for a short-term victory lap before retirement. Carroll’s age (73) and reluctance to adapt to modern trends make him the absolute wrong fit for this team’s future.
Let’s get into why hiring Carroll isn’t just bad, it’s malpractice.
The NFL Has Changed, Pete Carroll Hasn’t
Pete Carroll’s philosophy is straight out of the early 2010s, and the NFL has moved on. The league today is built on aggressive offenses, analytics, and dynamic passing attacks. Meanwhile, Carroll is still pounding the table for running the ball and playing “old-school” defense like it’s 1995.
Look at Seattle’s decline in recent years. Carroll refused to modernize his schemes, relying on outdated strategies that got exposed by smarter, younger coaches like Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan. The Seahawks’ offensive struggles weren’t just about talent; they were about philosophy. Carroll kept forcing the run when the rest of the league was letting quarterbacks air it out. (sports.mynorthwest.com)
The Bears need a coach who understands modern offenses, someone who can build around a young quarterback like Caleb Williams, not someone who thinks it’s still Marshawn Lynch time. Pete Carroll’s refusal to adapt is beyond stubborn, and we need someone that can tailor his plan to the talent that is Caleb Williams.
The Bears Need a Rebuild, Not a Band-Aid
Let’s face it, the last (almost) 3 years of Ryan Poles as our GM, we have been in rebuild mode. We’re almost in year 1 post-rebuild, but we aren’t one piece away from contention. We have talented players that need to be developed. Before we can do that, Poles needs to get the head coach right. Then, that head coach needs to get the rest of his staff right.
The Bears need coaches who can develop players, innovate schemes, and grow with the team. Carroll doesn’t have time for that at 73, and frankly, it doesn’t seem like he has the energy for it either. Are we sure he can build a staff to do that? Rebuilding takes patience, creativity, and a willingness to experiment. Carroll’s old-school mentality isn’t just a mismatch; it’s a recipe for another wasted decade in Chicago.
We need to stop this cycle of recycling through coaches. George, Ryan, Kevin, (Ian?), please do what's right this time.
Culture Matters, And Carroll’s Culture Is Expired
Pete Carroll is the king of the “rah-rah,” player-friendly culture. Back in the Legion of Boom days, it worked. He let big personalities shine, and the team played with swagger. But let’s be honest, that vibe is as outdated as Carroll’s playbook.
The Bears don’t need a cheerleader. They need accountability. They need discipline. They need someone who doesn’t just motivate players but holds them to a standard. Carroll’s laid-back approach worked when he had a roster stacked with talent and veteran leadership. It fell apart when the talent dried up.
Look at Seattle’s collapse. Players started questioning Carroll’s methods. The defense fell apart. The offense got stale. And Carroll? He doubled down on what wasn’t working instead of fixing the problem. (profootballnetwork.com)
This Bears team isn’t built for rah-rah speeches. It needs structure, vision, and someone who knows how to set the tone for sustained success. Carroll’s vibe might get a team through a season or two, but this rebuild needs a leader who can shape an identity for the next decade.
If Carroll couldn’t fix the Seahawks’ cultural decay, what makes anyone think he can build something sustainable in Chicago?
What the Bears Really Need and Why Carroll Isn’t It
The Bears need a visionary, not a relic. This team needs someone who understands modern offenses, isn’t afraid to take risks, and can actually develop a quarterback. Enter names like Ben Johnson, Joe Brady, and Liam Coen, young, innovative minds who are already shaping the future of the NFL.
Ben Johnson has turned Detroit’s offense into a powerhouse, proving he knows how to get the most out of his talent. Joe Brady made a name for himself during LSU’s record-breaking run and has shown flashes of brilliance in the NFL. Liam Coen has brought creativity and adaptability wherever he’s gone, including reviving Kentucky’s offense.
What do these guys have in common? They’re fresh, modern, and still climbing the ladder. They’re not cashing in on past glories, they’re building something new. That’s what the Bears need. Carroll? He’s already reached his peak. Bringing him in now would be like trying to install dial-up internet in 2024, it’s outdated and won’t get the job done.
Conclusion, Don’t Make The Same Mistake Twice
The Chicago Bears can’t afford to make the same mistakes again. Pete Carroll had his time, but that time has passed. The NFL has evolved, and so must the Bears. This isn’t about disrespecting Carroll’s legacy, it’s about acknowledging that his philosophy no longer fits the modern game.
The Bears need innovation, accountability, and a forward-thinking approach. They need a leader who can grow with this team and build something sustainable. Ben Johnson, Joe Brady, and Liam Coen represent the new wave of NFL coaching talent. They’re the types of hires that could finally push the Bears into contention.
Bringing in Carroll wouldn’t just be settling, it would be sabotaging any potential progress this franchise will make. Bears fans deserve better. It’s time for the front office to get this hire right and leave the past where it belongs.
Josh