"Coach Pete Carroll had no idea how long it would take.

He admitted that without hesitation during his first day on the job as Seahawks coach. He stood behind a podium in his suit and tie two years ago and asked about the timeline for contention before anyone else could.

"Nobody has asked yet, 'How long is it going to take you?' " he said. "I don't know. I've got no idea. I wish I could tell you. I don't know that.""