Pete Carroll: 'We’re Not Here to Lose — Every Game Is a Chance to Prove Our Strength and Fight Through Challenges!'
As the Las Vegas Raiders continue their 2025 season, head coach Pete Carroll is keeping his team focused on the bigger picture, despite their current struggles. After a difficult start to the season, with a 1–4 record, Carroll remains steadfast in his belief that the Raiders are capable of turning things around. His message to the team is clear:
“We’re not here to lose. Every game is a chance for us to show that we can overcome every challenge thrown our way,” Carroll said. “Yes, we’re facing difficulties, but I will never lose faith in this team. We will stand up and fight until the very end.”
This level of determination and resolve is something that has been a hallmark of Pete Carroll’s coaching style throughout his career. Known for his ability to maintain an optimistic outlook, even in the face of adversity, Carroll has consistently emphasized the importance of mental toughness and resilience. He believes that challenges are not roadblocks but stepping stones toward greater success.
Despite the team’s disappointing record, Carroll has continued to instill confidence in his players, urging them to embrace adversity rather than shy away from it. "It’s not about avoiding tough situations," he continued. "It’s about how we respond. This team has the potential to rise above and learn from every setback."
Carroll’s leadership has been a driving force behind the team's development, even when the results haven’t come in their favor. The Raiders have experienced growing pains, particularly with quarterback Geno Smith’s struggles and a defense that has yet to find consistent form. However, Carroll’s emphasis on growth and perseverance remains unwavering.
“It’s easy to lose hope when things aren’t going well,” Carroll said. "But we don’t stop fighting. I believe in this team, and I know that we are capable of turning things around. We’ll fight for every inch and never back down.”
As the Raiders prepare for their Week 6 matchup against the Tennessee Titans, Carroll’s words resonate deeply within the locker room. His belief in the team’s ability to rise above challenges will undoubtedly fuel their effort as they look to break their losing streak. The road ahead may be difficult, but Carroll’s unwavering belief in his players will continue to push the Raiders toward success.
Seahawks Elevate 2 Defensive Backs Amid Major Secondary Injury Concerns for Week 6
The Seattle Seahawks will receive reinforcements in the secondary from cornerback Shaquill Griffin and safety Jerrick Reed II for Week 6. The team appears to need them badly.
The Seahawks announced Saturday elevating both Griffin and Reed from the practice squad for Sunday’s Week 6 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Seattle promoted both defensive backs while simultaneously ruling out cornerback Riq Woolen.
Fellow cornerback Devon Witherspoon and safety Julian Love are also both doubtful.
Woolen will miss Week 6 with a concussion, which he sustained on October 5 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Witherspoon and Love continue to deal with lower-body injuries. Witherspoon has a knee injury while Love is nursing a hamstring issue.
The defensive backs have each missed at least two games this season.
Griffin and Reed will both be dressing for their second game of 2025. Griffin didn’t record a statistic while playing three defensive snaps during Week 2. Reed had two combined tackles in Week 3.
Shaquill Griffin Has Made His Return for Seahawks
Since he briefly played during Week 2, Griffin will not be making his first appearance since returning to Seattle this year. But the veteran cornerback is in the midst of his second tenure with the club that drafted him.
Griffin began his career with the Seahawks as a third-round pick in 2017. He spent four seasons with the team, including the 2019 campaign when he made the Pro Bowl.
After his rookie contract expired, Griffin joined the Jaguars on a three-year, $40 million deal.
Perhaps Griffin will be motivated to face Jacksonville on Sunday. The Jaguars released Griffin after two seasons.
The cornerback spent the past two campaigns with the Houston Texans, Carolina Panthers and Minnesota Vikings. He agreed to rejoin the Seahawks in June.
Seattle also drafted Reed — during the sixth round in 2023. The safety has been off and on the team’s active roster and practice squad over three seasons.
Reed played five defensive snaps and 29 snaps on special teams in his first appearance for the Seahawks this season.
Seahawks Have Banged Up Secondary for Week 6
The Seahawks just can’t seem to get healthy in the secondary this season.
Witherspoon and Love each played in the season opener. But Witherspoon missed Week 2. The former No. 5 overall pick in 2023, Witherspoon returned for Week 4 but was sidelined again last week with a setback to his knee.
Love played in Week 2 and Week 4. But he missed Week 3 and last weekend’s matchup.
Woolen left Week 5 with his concussion.
Witherspoon and Love could still play during Week 6. But that’s unlikely with each carrying the “doubtful” tag entering Sunday. The Seahawks have already ruled out Woolen, along with edge rusher Derick Hall and offensive tackle Josh Jones.
The Seahawks will kick off against the Jaguars on Sunday at 10 am PT.
