The Las Vegas Raiders are making a big splash by bringing in Pete Carroll as their new head coach, according to recent reports. The move signals a fresh direction for the team as they aim to rebuild and compete in the tough AFC West division.

Carroll, 73, is no stranger to the NFL spotlight. He’s best known for his 14-year stint with the Seattle Seahawks, where he led the team to two Super Bowl appearances and secured a championship win in Super Bowl XLVIII. After stepping away from the Seahawks last year, Carroll is now ready to take the reins in Las Vegas.

The deal, which spans three years with an option for a fourth, marks Carroll’s return to the league. He’s one of only three coaches in history to win both a college national championship (with USC) and a Super Bowl, joining the ranks of legends like Jimmy Johnson and Barry Switzer. Carroll has also previously coached the New York Jets and New England Patriots, bringing a wealth of experience to the Raiders.

This move comes after the Raiders parted ways with Antonio Pierce, who was let go following a disappointing 4-13 season. Carroll will be the fifth head coach since the team relocated to Las Vegas in 2020, highlighting the franchise’s search for stability and success.

With Carroll joining the sidelines, all four teams in the AFC West now boast seasoned head coaches. He’ll face off against Andy Reid, Jim Harbaugh, and Sean Payton—a group that collectively has nine Super Bowl appearances. Raiders fans are surely hoping Carroll’s championship pedigree can turn the tide for their team.