Russell Wilson: Pete Carroll will do great, but I'm focused on Steelers

2025 NFL head coach tracker: Raiders hiring Pete Carroll to replace Antonio Pierce; Jaguars reel in Liam Coen

Here's the full rundown of the latest happenings of this hiring cycle

CBS Sports - Jan. 24

Pete Carroll takes Raiders job, set to become oldest head coach in NFL history next season at 74

Las Vegas hires a Super Bowl champion head coach Tom Brady faced in the big game during his playing career

CBS Sports - Jan. 24

Pete Carroll, Raiders agree to 3-year contract to make him franchise's next head coach

Carroll did not coach last season after parting ways with the Seahawks in January 2024.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 24

Vinícius: Focused on Madrid amid Saudi interest

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has said he's focused on "continuing to develop and helping the biggest club in the world" despite interest from Saudi Arabia.

ESPN - Jan. 23

Schumer calls Trump pick Russell Vought a "dangerous" choice

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer blasted President Trump's pick to lead the Office of Management and Budget, calling Russell Vought "dangerous." CBS News' Taurean Small reports.

CBS News - Jan. 23

Russell Wilson reveals contract talks with Steelers have begun, QB says sides 'just getting into it'

Wilson hopes to finish his career in Pittsburgh

CBS Sports - Jan. 23

Sen. Padilla presses Russell Vought about politicizing disaster relief funds

Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., questioned Russell Vought, President Trump's nominee to lead the Office of Management and Budget, about whether or not he would "politicize" disaster relief funds ...

NBC News - Jan. 22

Russell Vought at Senate hearing: 'We have to use taxpayer dollars wisely'

Russell Vought, President Trump's nominee to lead the Office of Management and Budget, discussed how he wants to tackle "government waste" and use taxpayer dollars "wisely" during his opening ...

NBC News - Jan. 22

Alan Cumming: 'I'm the Pied Piper of Pitlochry'

The US Traitors host and Hollywood star took over at Pitlochry Festival Theatre last year.

BBC News - Jan. 22

Watch live: Trump OMB nominee Russell Vought's confirmation hearing

Russell Vought, President Trump's nominee to serve as director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), testifies Wednesday before the Senate Budget Committee for his confirmation hearing. ...

The Hill - Jan. 22

Report: 49ers discussed Carroll for defensive coordinator position

The San Francisco 49ers reportedly discussed the idea of pursuing former Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll for their open defensive coordinator position.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 22

Raiders targeting former Seahawks coach Pete Carroll after missing out on Ben Johnson, per report

Las Vegas may be eyeing a more accomplished name now

CBS Sports - Jan. 21

'I'm grateful he's there' - Djokovic hails coach Murray

Novak Djokovic says hugging coach Andy Murray after beating Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open last eight was a "gesture of appreciation".

BBC News - Jan. 21

All Great Leaders Know It: Let Your Employees and Customers Tell You What to Do

It’s not your job to have all the answers. It’s your job to find them

Inc. - Jan. 21

Snyder's Soapbox: The Dodgers are great, but not great enough to match this level of whining

There's been so much 'no fair' talk about the Dodgers that it's gotten embarrassing

CBS Sports - Jan. 21

Pirates' Skenes focused on '25, not long term

Pirates phenom Paul Skenes said he has not given "too much thought" to his long-term future and instead is focused on winning and being more of a leader in 2025.

ESPN - Jan. 19

Russell Vought Poised to Expand Power of White House Budget Office

If confirmed, Mr. Vought will be at the center of President-elect Donald Trump’s plans to upend the federal bureaucracy.

The New York Times - Jan. 16

Wilson edges past Zhang in tight Masters opener

World champion Kyren Wilson edges past Zhang Anda 6-4 to move into the quarter-finals of the Masters at Alexandra Palace.

BBC News - Jan. 15

Pete Hegseth Dresses for Defense

The nominee for Secretary of Defense wore his patriotism on his sleeve during his confirmation hearing — and his belt, his socks, and his pocket square.

The New York Times - Jan. 14

Russell Wilson wants to play for Pittsburgh again in 2025: Do the Steelers want him back?

Pittsburgh's upside is capped with Wilson, but finding a quarterback to compete with the likes of Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen is not a realistic goal. What are the Steelers to do?

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 13

Risers and fallers: Russell Westbrook turns back the clock

Steve Alexander highlights five names trending upwards and five downwards, with key takeaways for each.

ESPN - Jan. 13

Russell-inspired Bath cruise past 14-man Clermont

Bath breathe life into their Investec Champions Cup campaign with an impressive bonus-point victory over 14-man Clermont Auvergne at the Rec.

BBC News - Jan. 12

Steelers see season end with fifth straight loss

Russell Wilson and the Steelers saw their season end in a 28-14 loss to the Ravens in the AFC wild-card round, the franchise's sixth straight playoff loss.

ESPN - Jan. 12

Search for missing sisters focuses on icy river

Officers are searching the River Dee in Aberdeen for Eliza and Henrietta Huszti, who have been missing since Tuesday.

BBC News - Jan. 12

Australia Opposition Focuses On Living Costs in Campaign Launch

Yahoo News - Jan. 12

Ream: Poch focused on improving USMNT mindset

USA defender Tim Ream said that head coach Mauricio Pochettino continues to stress to his players the importance of having a winning mentality.

ESPN - Jan. 11

Trump at sentencing hearing: 'I'm totally innocent'

President-elect Trump refused to take accountability for his hush money criminal conviction at his sentencing Friday, telling the judge he "did nothing wrong." "The fact is, I'm totally ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

The Legacies of Mike Tomlin and Russell Wilson Now Hang in the Balance

The Steelers’ playoff game against the Ravens could very well shape the future of the franchise.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

Russell Brand caught speeding at 95mph on M4

The actor and comedian admits doing 95mph on a motorway and 37mph in a 30mph zone.

BBC News - Jan. 9

Gladiator Athena: I'm the female Clark Kent

BBC News - Jan. 9

President Biden Becomes a Great-Grandfather

Mr. Biden said his eldest granddaughter, Naomi, gave birth to a baby boy in California.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Bears scheduled to interview ex-Seahawks coach Pete Carroll on Thursday, per report

Carroll led Seattle to 10 playoff appearances and won a Super Bowl, but he'll be 74 in September

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

Slot on Salah posts: Not focused on outside noise

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has said he does not focus on what is being said about the club online after forward Mohamed Salah sparked further speculation about his future with a cryptic social ...

ESPN - Jan. 7

The Pittsburgh Steelers Have an Identity Crisis

The Steelers aren’t who they think they are. They must realize it before it’s too late, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Russell Wilson dismisses Steelers' 4-game losing streak, saying 'I don’t really wanna talk about the past'

Pittsburgh has scored 17 or fewer points in each of its past four games, with Wilson twice passing for under 200 yards.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5

Russell Wilson: I believe in George Pickens

The Steelers offense sputtered throughout Saturday night's 19-17 loss to the Bengals and wide receiver George Pickens had a hand in keeping the unit from finding any momentum.