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Mike Tomlin Shutting Down Coaching Jobs After Steelers Departure

The expectation after Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers was that multiple teams would have interest in bringing him to their franchise.

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Mike Tomlin departure must force Steelers to commit to full rebuild

After years of pushing their chips into the middle of the table, the departure of Tomlin gives the Steelers an excuse to take a step back and work toward building a roster that can achieve sustainable, long-term success.

Aaron Rodgers is not going to make 'emotional decisions' regarding future

Steelers' latest playoff loss places Mike Tomlin among worst postseason coaches ever

Did Aaron Rodgers leak retirement decision before Steelers' loss to Texans?

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

Mike Tomlin News / Yardbarker / January 14

Mike Tomlin has reportedly made final decision about coaching in 2026 after Steelers exit

Almost immediately after Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, it was reported that he planned to "step away from coaching

Mike Tomlin's Steelers tenure was massive success, but both sides needed change

Was Mike Tomlin's resignation a long time coming?

The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz

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The 'Winning NFL playoff debuts' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to emerge victorious from their first start in the postseason in the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) can you name eight minutes?

The 'No. 3 NFL Draft picks since 2000' quiz

The 'Most passing TD's in 1st 25 starts' quiz

The 'Completion % record by NFL team' quiz

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Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

Aaron Rodgers News / The Spun / January 14

3 NFL Teams That Should Sign Aaron Rodgers If He Doesn't Retire

Aaron Rodgers has not yet announced if he'll return for the 2026 NFL season. Make no mistake though, he's still one of the 32 best options in the sport.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / January 14

Ben Roethlisberger offers services to Steelers after Mike Tomlin steps down as head coach

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in need of a new head coach for the first time since January 2007.

Will Mike Tomlin coach in 2026 after stepping away from Steelers?

Mike Tomlin's Steelers tenure was massive success, but both sides needed change

Was Mike Tomlin's resignation a long time coming?

The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 14

Steelers' New Surprising Head Coach Vacancy Not Seen As Best Head Coaching Job This Cycle

The Pittsburgh Steelers lost in the Wild Card Round of the playoffs for the franchise's seventh straight postseason loss, falling to the Houston Texans 30-6.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / January 14

Familiar face projected to replace Mike Tomlin as Steelers HC

Tomlin stepped down after 19 consecutive winning seasons.

Will Mike Tomlin coach in 2026 after stepping away from Steelers?

Steelers' latest playoff loss places Mike Tomlin among worst postseason coaches ever

Does Mike Tomlin already have a new job lined up for him?

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz

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The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

The 'NFL Playoff rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

Mike Tomlin News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz

How many of the 32 NFL head coaches to begin the 2007-08 season can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 14

There’s a major reason why the Giants pursuing Mike Tomlin would be a costly mistake — and why they shouldn’t waver on John Harbaugh

Yesterday, Mike Tomlin's decision to step down as the Pittsburgh Steelers head coach sent shockwaves through the sport. While John Harbaugh's firing was shocking, Tomlin's willingness to move on added a massive wrinkle to an already historic coaching carousel.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / January 14

Watch: 3 plays from Steelers Wild Card game

Steel City Underground presents three highlight plays from the Pittsburgh Steelers NFL Wild Card playoff game against the Houston Texans on Jan. 12, 2026.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / January 14

Arthur Smith opens up about Mike Tomlin leaving the Steelers

Mike Tomlin stepping down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons in charge left the franchise without the person who had essentially served as its unofficial CEO throughout his tenure.

Will Mike Tomlin coach in 2026 after stepping away from Steelers?

Steelers' latest playoff loss places Mike Tomlin among worst postseason coaches ever

Mike Tomlin's Steelers tenure was massive success, but both sides needed change

Does Mike Tomlin already have a new job lined up for him?

Does Ravens owner view Mike Tomlin as possible replacement for John Harbaugh?

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 14

Mike Tomlin's reason for leaving Steelers is revealed

Tomlin has done great things in the past, but many people believed that it was time for a change.

Steelers' latest playoff loss places Mike Tomlin among worst postseason coaches ever

Will Mike Tomlin coach in 2026 after stepping away from Steelers?

Does Mike Tomlin already have a new job lined up for him?

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 13

Aaron Rodgers likely done with Steelers

Mike Tomlin’s decision to leave the Pittsburgh Steelers may have also made Aaron Rodgers’ decision for him. Tomlin stepped down as Pittsburgh’s coach on Tuesday, ending a 19-year run in the job.