The Making of a Coach

"Don't get captured," is retired NFL coach Golden Pat Ruel's life motto. Don't get captured by a toxic culture, things you can't control, or even by your own negative attitude. The conviction served him well during his decades-long football career, which culminated in the Seattle Seahawks' landslide victory in the 48th Super Bowl. But there were many other important lessons Ruel learned along the way from family members, fellow coaches, and players who propelled him to success. Some taught him w