Pete Carroll Hosts Brady, Watkins for USC Class

Pete Carroll, head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders and USC professor, hosted NFL legend Tom Brady and USC basketball star JuJu Watkins in his 'The Game of Life' class. Brady, a minority owner of the Raiders, joined via Zoom to discuss overcoming his 2008 ACL injury and shared advice on resilience and recovery. Watkins, who is recovering from an ACL injury sustained during the NCAA tournament, engaged with Brady on the challenges of injury rehabilitation. Carroll used the session to emphasize mental strength, leadership, and competitive spirit both in sports and life. The event showcased Carroll's dedication to mentorship by connecting students with elite athletes. Inspired by Brady, Watkins is focused on her rehabilitation and aims to return to lead the Trojans to future championships.