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Ex-Steelers' James Harrison Reveals Intense Exchange With Mike Tomlin

With Mike Tomlin stepping down from the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons, all of the attention is on the team's former head coach, and the conversation around it.

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Jalen Rose’s daughter pushes wild Aaron Rodgers marriage conspiracy

Mariah Rose, daughter of former NBA star Jalen Rose, ignited online speculation this week by claiming Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is

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The '4,000-yard NFL passers' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history with at least one 4,000-passing-yard season on their resume can you name in 10 minutes?

The 'Passing leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Last 100-yard playoff rusher by 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.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 16

Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger Issues Stark Warning About Aaron Rodgers And His Return To Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Steelers were unable to get over the playoff win hump, as falling to the Houston Texans 30-6 ended their 2025-2026 season. Former head coach, Mike Tomlin quickly stepped down from his position following the loss, and now the Steelers are set for significant turnover throughout the 2026 offseason.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Stadium Rant / January 16

Pittsburgh Steelers Rebuild: It’s About Time

A Pittsburgh Steelers rebuild is imminent, and it’s been coming for some time. The unexpected resignation of head coach Mike Tomlin on Tuesday was just the first domino to fall.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 16

Steelers Expected To Add 3-4 More Exciting Names To Head Coach Search

The Pittsburgh Steelers are doing something that no one truly expected in the 2026 offseason. After the team’s devastating 30-6 loss at home to the Houston Texans in the playoffs, long-time head coach Mike Tomlin made his intentions clear to his players.

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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.

Mike Tomlin News / Steeler Nation / January 16

Steelers' Mike Tomlin Absolutely Crushed For Purposely Hiring Poor Coordinators To Preserve His Ego

The Pittsburgh Steelers and the NFL world were shocked to learn that Mike Tomlin would be stepping away from coaching. At 53 years old, Tomlin felt that his 19 seasons with the Steelers had been enough, and he was ready to pursue a new career path.

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The '4,000-yard NFL passers' quiz

The 'Most passes thrown by NFL season' quiz

The 'Winning NFL playoff debuts' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

Brian Flores News / Steeler Nation / January 16

Steelers' Potential Coach Brian Flores Has Shown So Much Growth Since Failed Stint With Dolphins

The Pittsburgh Steelers are beginning the offseason process by compiling a list of potential coaching options to potentially replace Mike Tomlin after he stepped down from the position on Tuesday.

Gabriel Murphy News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 16

Steelers Host LB Gabriel Murphy For Visit

The Pittsburgh Steelers officially hosted LB Gabriel Murphy for a visit on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. He could be a candidate for a futures deal, which is essentially camp invites that will allow players to compete for roster spots during offseason workouts and training camp.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / January 16

Steelers TE Was Roster's Biggest Failure

The Pittsburgh Steelers season is now over. The results of the 2025 campaign are basically a copy-and-paste situation from last year, and the year before, and the year before that.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / January 16

Steelers have trade price for Packers’ Matt LaFleur revealed

The Pittsburgh Steelers are currently in the middle of one of the most important decision-making processes the organization has had since the 2007 offseason.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / January 16

Ex-Steeler argues why Mike Tomlin doesn't belong in HOF

Ex-Steeler James Harrison argues why Mike Tomlin doesn't belong in HOF

In the aftermath of Mike Tomlin stepping down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, fans and media all over have started discussing his legacy.

Tomlin may never return to coaching in NFL

What Tomlin said about coaching future after confirming exit

How Steelers players reacted to Tomlin stepping down as HC

Tom Brady discusses Aaron Rodgers' retirement mindset after Tomlin's exit

Ravens' Kyle Van Noy disses Steelers after Tomlin's departure

Steelers have trade price for Packers’ Matt LaFleur revealed

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 16

Steelers Have A Clear Cut To Make On Defense After Poor Performance In 2025: 'He Didn't Pan Out'

The Pittsburgh Steelers had a relatively disappointing season on defense in 2025 as the group felt inconsistent as the year went on. The unit had some games where they looked spectacular, while during other contests, the group was completely helpless against certain offensive attacks.

Mike Tomlin News / Larry Brown Sports / January 16

Mike Tomlin may never return to coaching in NFL

Mike Tomlin does not have any plans to coach in 2026 after stepping away from the Pittsburgh Steelers. One former player who knows him well thinks he might never return to the sidelines.

Don Shula News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 16

Rams DC Chris Shula Interviewing With Steelers, Ravens & Dolphins Friday

According to Albert Breer, Rams DC Chris Shula is scheduled to interview with the Steelers, Ravens and Dolphins on Friday. Shula, 39, is the son of Dave Shula and the grandson of Hall of Fame coach Don Shula.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / January 16

Upon Review: Grading the 2025 Steelers running backs

Steel City Underground presents it’s ‘Upon Review’ series of Pittsburgh Steelers positional group grades for the 2025 NFL season with statistical analysis and performance reviews.

T.J. Watt News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / January 16

Former Steelers Player Says Team Should Trade T.J. Watt

With the Pittsburgh Steelers in a state of flux as their offseason begins, it appears almost anything is on the table for the organization. As head coach Mike Tomlin departs after stepping down, which ended his 19-year-long tenure in Pittsburgh, the future of several building block pieces on the team's roster have come into question.

Mike Tomlin News / Yardbarker / January 16