During his tenure with the Seahawks, Whitsitt was known for his aggressive approach to building a winning team. He made several high-profile trades and signings, including acquiring quarterback Warren Moon and running back Ricky Watters. Under his leadership, the Seahawks made the playoffs four times and reached the Super Bowl in 2006.
In 1999, Whitsitt left the Seahawks to become the president and general manager of the Portland Trail Blazers, a professional basketball team in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He quickly made his mark on the team, making several trades and signings that helped the Blazers reach the Western Conference Finals in 2000 and 2001.
However, Whitsitt's tenure with the Blazers was not without controversy. He was criticized for his handling of player personnel and for his decision to hire controversial coach Maurice Cheeks. In 2003, Whitsitt resigned from the Blazers amid mounting criticism from fans and the media.
After leaving the Blazers, Whitsitt briefly worked as a consultant for the NFL's New Orleans Saints before retiring from football altogether. Despite the controversies that surrounded his career, Whitsitt is widely regarded as one of the most successful executives in the history of the NFL and the NBA.
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