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  • Raiders head coach search: Pete Carroll’s offensive coordinator hires provide cautionary tale


    After firing Antonio Pierce, the Las Vegas Raiders have begun the offseason by interviewing head coach candidates. While it’s still relatively early, one of the Raiders’ top candidates is former Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, who interviewed with Las Vegas on Monday and was recently suggested as the team’s second choice by the Las Vegas Review-Journal’s Vinny Bonsignore.

    Since the Raiders are also expected to bring in a new quarterback, Carroll’s offensive coordinator hire will be extremely important if he gets the job. His background is on the defensive side of the ball and the organization would likely want the 73-year-old to have a successor in the coaching staff. Ideally, that’d be someone who can continue working with the young quarterback.

    The problem is Carroll’s coaching tree is primarily filled with former defensive coordinators and his picks at offensive coordinator in Seattle were fairly underwhelming.

    Jeremy Bates

    After leaving the college ranks, Carroll brought Bates with him to the Seahawks. Bates served as the Trojans’ assistant head coach and quarterbacks coach for one season in 2009. However, that relationship was short-lived. Seattle ranked 23rd in points per game in 2010, leading to Carroll firing the offensive coordinator in the offseason after just one year at the helm due to a difference in “philosophy”.

    Beyond that, Bates’ tenure in the NFL was brief. He served as the Chicago Bears quarterbacks coach in 2012 and held the same position with the New York Jets in 2017. He got promoted to offensive coordinator the following season but had the same results in New York: a 23rd-ranked offensive, and fired after one year. That was the last time he coached in the NFL.

    Darrell Bevell

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    Russell Wilson, Darrell Bevell
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    Bevell was arguably Carroll’s best hire as offensive coordinator. During Bevell’s tenure from 2011 to 2017, the Seahawks’ offense had a four-year stretch (2012-2015) where it finished in the top 10 in scoring every season and won a Super Bowl. Russell Wilson’s development was a big reason, as he went from being a third-round pick to a four-time Pro Bowler during that timeframe.

    However, Seattle’s offense fizzled out after that, ranking 18th and 11th in the two seasons following that stretch. After finishing 9-7 in 2017, Carroll parted ways with the majority of his coaching staff, including Bevell.

    Since then, Bevell has had stints with the Detroit Lions and Jacksonville Jaguars, serving as their offensive coordinator and interim head coaches when Matt Patricia and Urban Meyer were fired, respectively. Currently, Bevell is working with Tua Tagovailoa as the Miami Dolphins quarterbacks coach.

    Brian Schottenheimer

    Schottenheimer is an interesting case. He spent three seasons as the Seahawks’ offensive coordinator and never finished lower than ninth in points scored. However, the team struggled to score points down the stretch of the 2020 campaign and was bounced in the first round of the playoffs. That led to Carroll firing the play-caller due to “philosophical differences”.

    After that, Schottenheimer spent a year with Bevell as the Jaguars passing game coordinator on Meyer’s staff before joining the Dallas Cowboys in 2022 and becoming the Cowboys’ offensive coordinator in 2023. During his first year as Dallas’ OC, the Cowboys had the No. 1 offense in the NFL. But an injury to Dak Prescott caused the unit to drop down to 23rd this past season.

    Technically, Schottenheimer is still on the Cowboys’ staff but that could change after the club parted ways with Mike McCarthy. So, despite Schottenheimer’s success, he hasn’t been able to stick around in one spot for an extended period.

    Shane Waldron

    Carroll’s final hire as offensive coordinator was his worst. Waldron was in Seattle for three seasons and managed to finish in the top half of the league for points scored just once before the organization moved on from the entire coaching staff, Carroll included.

    This past season, Waldron was hired by the Bears to work with and develop top draft pick Caleb Williams. However, that lasted just nine games with the Bears ranking 24th in scoring at the time of the coach’s dismissal.

    So, Carroll churned through plenty of offensive coordinators during his 14 years as the Seahawks head coach. And outside of a couple of interim stints by Bevell, none of the coaches received a promotion or became a full-time head coach.

    Is that enough reason for the Raiders to avoid hiring the Super Bowl-winning head coach? Maybe or maybe not, but it’s certainly something Las Vegas should consider.



    The search for a new head coach for the Las Vegas Raiders is in full swing, and one name that has been tossed around as a potential candidate is Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll. While Carroll has had success in the NFL, his track record of hiring offensive coordinators may serve as a cautionary tale for the Raiders.

    Throughout his tenure with the Seahawks, Carroll has gone through a revolving door of offensive coordinators. From Darrell Bevell to Brian Schottenheimer to Shane Waldron, Carroll has struggled to find consistency and stability in that crucial coaching position. This lack of continuity has resulted in inconsistent offensive production and has hindered the development of star quarterback Russell Wilson.

    For the Raiders, who are in need of a strong offensive mind to help quarterback Derek Carr reach his full potential, Carroll’s history of turnover at the offensive coordinator position should give them pause. While Carroll may bring a winning pedigree and a strong defensive background to the table, his inability to find a long-term solution at offensive coordinator could be a red flag for the Raiders.

    As the Raiders continue their search for a new head coach, they would be wise to consider the importance of stability and continuity in the coaching staff, particularly on the offensive side of the ball. While Carroll may have the pedigree and experience to lead a team to success, his track record with offensive coordinators should be a cautionary tale for the Raiders as they make their decision.

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    1. Raiders head coach search
    2. Pete Carroll
    3. Offensive coordinator
    4. Hires
    5. Cautionary tale
    6. NFL coaching search
    7. Oakland Raiders
    8. Seattle Seahawks
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  • Grover Cleveland’s presidential ‘comeback’ is a true cautionary tale for Trump


    Grover Cleveland and Donald Trump are two presidential phoenixes rising from the ashes of electoral defeat. But in the land of second chances, some sequels are best left on the cutting-room floor. Cleveland’s second act was a tragedy in four years, a cautionary tale the GOP seems hellbent on remaking, this time with more hairspray and fewer facts.

    In 1892, Cleveland, like Trump in 2024, was resurrected by unwavering party loyalty despite losing the previous election. Both men, separated by time but united in their disdain for the “establishment,” demanded fealty with the fervor of medieval kings suffering from lead poisoning.

    But the true test of a leader comes not from an audacious encore but the improvisation when chaos reigns. When faced with national crises, their ability to pivot was akin to that of the Titanic avoiding its infamous iceberg — tragically nonexistent and disastrously consequential. 

    The true test of a leader comes not from an audacious encore but the improvisation when chaos reigns.

    For Cleveland, a Democrat, it was the Panic of 1893, a severe economic depression triggered by railroad overbuilding and shaky financing, which set off a series of bank failures. Within months, unemployment skyrocketed to nearly 20%, over 15,000 companies and 500 banks failed, and farmers in the South and Midwest faced ruin as crop prices plummeted. His inflexibility exacerbated the crisis as he rigidly hung on to the gold standard and fiscal conservatism, fracturing his Democratic Party. 

    Trump, meanwhile, faced the Covid-19 pandemic with a mix of self-absorption and pseudoscience that would make snake oil salesmen blush. Trump’s erratic policy shifts on tariffs, immigration and foreign relations threaten to create both domestic and global chaos.

    Despite their contrasting styles — Cleveland’s stubborn adherence versus Trump’s mercurial shifts — both approaches risk the same disastrous end: a party in disarray. Just as Cleveland’s policies led to William Jennings Bryan’s populist takeover of the Democrats in 1896, Trump’s volatility could trigger a schism between MAGA loyalists and traditional conservatives, fracturing the GOP coalition. 

    Trump, at 78, would be the oldest president ever inaugurated. As we learned from President Joe Biden, the commander in chief’s age isn’t just a number; it can be a problem. While some argue that Trump’s base is unbreakable, history suggests that even the most seemingly unassailable political figures face internal challenges, particularly as they age. Their grip on power wanes. Why wouldn’t it? Trump’s glory days are likely behind him; Republicans need to chart a course for the future.

    For Cleveland, the second-term midterms were a political bloodbath, ushering in nearly two decades of Democratic exile from power. In a stunning reversal, Republicans gained 130 seats in the House of Representatives, the largest swing in a midterm election in U.S. history, while also securing a 10-seat majority in the Senate. By 1896, Cleveland, 59, found himself a pariah in the party he once led.

    If Trump’s second term is a disaster right out of the gate, his party may take a beating in the 2026 midterms. And it’s also not hard to imagine a third party capitalizing on widespread electorate cynicism toward Democrats and Republicans. After Cleveland’s presidency, the People’s Party (or Populists) briefly threatened the two-party system — until the Democrats absorbed them. As electoral cynicism reaches levels that would make Diogenes proud, the preconditions for a third party to find its footing might soon be complete. 

    If Trump’s second term is a disaster right out of the gate, his party may take a beating in the 2026 midterms.

    Comebacks can be pyrrhic victories, triumphs that contain the seeds of their own destruction. Cleveland’s presidency imploded in a shower of broken promises and shattered alliances. So, too, might Trump’s — and with it, the future of a party that has hitched its wagon to a reality star that may well be a supernova in disguise. The stage is set for a performance that could reshape not just Trump’s legacy, but the very foundations of the Republican Party. 

    Will the GOP heed this historical cautionary tale before the midterms or are they doomed to star in a remake of a flop, hoping against hope that this time, the ending will be different? As the curtain rises on this improbable second act, one thing is certain: In the theater of American politics, the most tragic plays are often those we’ve seen before.



    Grover Cleveland’s presidential ‘comeback’ is a true cautionary tale for Trump

    As Donald Trump explores the possibility of running for president again in 2024, he may want to take a closer look at the cautionary tale of Grover Cleveland. Cleveland, the only president to serve two non-consecutive terms, offers a stark reminder of the challenges and pitfalls of attempting a political comeback.

    Cleveland, a Democrat, first served as president from 1885 to 1889. Despite winning the popular vote in his bid for re-election in 1888, he lost the Electoral College to Republican Benjamin Harrison. Cleveland returned to the White House in 1893, serving a second term until 1897.

    Cleveland’s comeback was not without its difficulties. He faced a divided Democratic Party and had to navigate a changing political landscape. His second term was marked by economic challenges, including the Panic of 1893, which led to widespread unemployment and economic hardship.

    Similarly, Trump would likely face a fractured Republican Party and a country grappling with the aftermath of his presidency. His controversial and divisive tenure has left a lasting impact on American politics, with many voters still deeply polarized over his leadership.

    Trump’s potential comeback bid would also come at a time of significant challenges, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, economic uncertainty, and racial tensions. Like Cleveland, he would need to navigate a complex political landscape and win over skeptical voters.

    Ultimately, Cleveland’s story serves as a cautionary tale for Trump. While a presidential comeback is not impossible, it comes with significant risks and challenges. As Trump considers his political future, he would be wise to heed the lessons of history and approach any potential campaign with caution and humility.

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  • Jason Kelce New Talk Show Has Cautionary Tale in Magic Johnson’s ‘Magic Hour’

    Jason Kelce New Talk Show Has Cautionary Tale in Magic Johnson’s ‘Magic Hour’


    They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce launches tonight, a once-a-week sports talk show with late-night comedy aspirations. At least that’s the dream for Kelce, a self-proclaimed Conan O’Brien fan who wants to try out joking for a living. But be careful what you wish for, Jason. You’re not the first charismatic, high-profile athlete to take a stab at late night. And in the case of NBA legend Magic Johnson, it ended in miserable failure. 

    Johnson’s Magic Hour was a disaster from the get-go in 1998. The biggest problem was Johnson himself, an extremely likable locker-room presence during a post-game interview, but a winning smile and positive attitude didn’t make him a comedian — or an interviewer for that matter. In many ways, he was the Tom Brady of late night, a personable sports icon who’d never flopped at anything before in his life. But as Brady discovered this football season, championship rings don’t necessarily make you good at television.

    Magic Hour’s writers did Johnson no favors, writing jokes with “urban appeal” that sound horrific in hindsight. Johnson’s sidekick (or cohost, to hear him tell it) Craig Shoemaker described his opening bit on the show’s premiere for the New York Post. “Magic said, ‘Craig, how about that Bulls game last night?’ and this is a quote the writer told me to say: ‘Magic, I haven’t seen a beating like that caught on tape since Rodney King!’” Shoemaker explained. “You could hear the gasps in New York from Paramount Studios in L.A. If you had a recipe for disaster, that was the first ingredient.”

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    Reviews were less than kind. The Associated Press blasted Johnson for sucking up to his guests, noting “his ability as a conversationalist is as yet undemonstrated.” Entertainment Weekly said Johnson was “not nearly as quick with his wits on a talk show as he was with his feet on a basketball court.” Variety was out right away: “It’s clear that the Magic man has finally found a domain he likely won’t be able to dominate.”  

    But Johnson’s harshest critic was Howard Stern. The shock jock was in his “King of All Media” phase, tearing down perceived competition on his daily radio show. He blasted Johnson for things Variety or Entertainment Weekly would never dream of mentioning, from his promiscuity and subsequent HIV diagnosis to trying to be too white (at least in Stern’s estimation). The smart play would have been to ignore Stern. Instead, the show’s producers thought they’d hit ratings gold by inviting Stern on Magic Hour as a guest. Ratings did spike, but Stern’s raucous appearance destroyed any credibility Johnson might have had left. 

    Lowlights of the guest spot included Stern groping Magic’s band leader Sheila E., telling Johnson to practice ebonics and stop talking like the white man and praising Magic’s sexual past by proclaiming, “At least you had fun getting AIDS.” Yeesh.

    “Stern’s appearance represents everything a late-night show should not be: messy, jarring and funny for all the wrong reasons,” wrote Vulture. “Sent on to help address some of Magic’s issues and pull a publicity stunt that ultimately blew up in Magic Johnson’s face, Stern flipped the script and robbed the show from its host.”

    Kelce has at least two things going for him that Magic didn’t. First, his long-running podcast New Heights alongside brother Travis has given him some interviewing practice that Magic didn’t get before launching his talk show. And while Kelce wants to lean into music and comedy, They Call It Late Night’s focus will be sports, allowing the first-time host to stay in his comfort zone. 

    But Kelce would do well to look at Magic Hour as a cautionary tale. Being a potential Hall of Famer in pro sports doesn’t automatically make you a great late-night host — and an awkward comedy show has the potential to generate the worst kind of unintentional laughs. 



    Jason Kelce, the Philadelphia Eagles’ All-Pro center, is set to embark on a new venture outside of football: hosting his own talk show. Titled “The Kelce Hour,” the show promises to bring in guests from various walks of life to discuss a wide range of topics. However, as Kelce prepares to step into the role of talk show host, there may be a cautionary tale to keep in mind: Magic Johnson’s ill-fated talk show, “The Magic Hour.”

    Magic Johnson, the legendary NBA player turned entrepreneur, tried his hand at hosting a talk show in the late 1990s. “The Magic Hour” premiered to much anticipation, but quickly fizzled out due to low ratings and lukewarm reviews. Johnson’s lack of experience as a talk show host, combined with production issues and a mismatched format, ultimately led to the show’s demise after just two months on the air.

    As Kelce prepares to launch “The Kelce Hour,” he would be wise to take note of the pitfalls that befell Magic Johnson’s talk show. While Kelce may not have the same level of star power as Johnson, he can still learn from Johnson’s mistakes and strive to create a show that resonates with viewers. By focusing on engaging content, strong guest interviews, and a format that plays to his strengths, Kelce can avoid the same fate that befell “The Magic Hour.”

    Only time will tell if “The Kelce Hour” will be a success, but by learning from past failures and staying true to his own unique voice, Kelce has the potential to carve out a successful career in the world of talk show hosting. Let’s hope that Kelce’s show proves to be more magical than Johnson’s ill-fated venture.

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