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Steelers' inability to find a franchise quarterback may have just come back to bite them following a surprise firing in the NFL

Steelers' inability to find a franchise quarterback may have just come back to bite them following a surprise firing in the NFL

Ever since Mike Tomlin stepped away from the Pittsburgh Steelers, the thought around the league is that the best job in the NFL, and one of the best in professional sports just opened up.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / January 19
Could Steelers suddenly end up trading Tomlin after Bills HC news?

Could Steelers suddenly end up trading Mike Tomlin after shocking Sean McDermott news?

The Bills decided to fire head coach Sean McDermott, a college teammate and friend of Tomlin's, on Monday.

Steelers set a stance on Aaron Rodgers' future after Mike Tomlin's departure
Did Giants view Mike Tomlin as fallback option amid negotiations with John Harbaugh?
Hiring Mike McCarthy would break Steelers' longtime precedent, and franchise should be wary of doing that
The best and worst uniform changes in NFL history
The 'Four NFL passing-touchdown game leaders' quiz
Boise State Broncos News / Steeler Nation / January 19
Steelers Retaining Key Positional Coach Could Lead To A Home Run Reunion For Pittsburgh's Offensive Line

Steelers Retaining Key Positional Coach Could Lead To A Home Run Reunion For Pittsburgh's Offensive Line

Many in the NFL world are extremely focused on the Pittsburgh Steelers' search for a new head coach. Mike Tomlin making the decision to step down wasn't necessarily shocking, but it was unexpected.

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The 'NFL playoff rushing-TD record' quiz

The 'NFL playoff rushing-TD record' quiz

How many of the players to rush for at least three touchdowns in one NFL playoff game can you name in five minutes?

The '4,000-yard NFL passers' quiz
The '2025-26 NFL receiving leaders' quiz
The 'Six-field-goal NFL games' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 19
Steelers' Aaron Rodgers did this for Colts' Daniel Jones after injury

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers did this for Colts' Daniel Jones after injury

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers knows a little bit about what Indianapolis Colts signal-caller Daniel Jones is going through this winter.

Hiring Mike McCarthy would break Steelers' longtime precedent, and franchise should be wary of doing that
Steelers players have strong feelings about potential Aaron Rodgers return
Steelers set a stance on Aaron Rodgers' future after Mike Tomlin's departure
Aaron Rodgers not expected to re-sign with Steelers
The 'All-time playoff passing leaders' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

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 19
Steelers' Super Bowl Champion May Return To Be Pittsburgh's Defensive Coordinator In 2026 And Beyond

Steelers' Super Bowl Champion May Return To Be Pittsburgh's Defensive Coordinator In 2026 And Beyond

The main focus for the Pittsburgh Steelers is without a doubt finding a new head coach to lead the franchise moving forward. Once that finally occurs — and it could take some time — a large majority of the current staff is not expected to be welcomed back.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / January 19
Potential replacements for Mike Tomlin: Inside the Steelers’ first wave of interviews

Potential replacements for Mike Tomlin: Inside the Steelers’ first wave of interviews

For the first time since 2007, the Pittsburgh Steelers are navigating unfamiliar terrain: a head‑coaching search. Mike Tomlin’s departure closes a chapter defined by stability unmatched across the league.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 19
Current NFL Rules Are Bad News For Steelers As Team Looks To Hire 4th Head Coach Since 1969

Current NFL Rules Are Bad News For Steelers As Team Looks To Hire 4th Head Coach Since 1969

There is no doubt that the National Football League is in a better place when the Pittsburgh Steelers, and a handful of other organizations, are playing a strong brand of football.

Aaron Rodgers News / A to Z Sports / January 19
Aaron Rodgers could have a sudden change of heart if Steelers are able to pull off reunion with new HC candidate

Aaron Rodgers could have a sudden change of heart if Steelers are able to pull off reunion with new HC candidate

Following the events that have ensued since, it feels like a month since the Pittsburgh Steelers lost to the Houston Texans, changing the franchise as we have known it for nearly two decades following the resignation of Mike Tomlin.

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / January 19
Steelers Finalize First Second-Round Head Coach Interview

Steelers Finalize First Second-Round Head Coach Interview

The Pittsburgh Steelers are adding another name to their second-round of interviews as they continue their head coach search. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver is expected to meet with the orginization for a second time.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 19
Report: Steelers Schedule Another In-Person Interview As Head Coaching Search Heats Up

Report: Steelers Schedule Another In-Person Interview As Head Coaching Search Heats Up

The Pittsburgh Steelers are going to be vetting several different candidates in the comings days and weeks in the hopes of finding the perfect replacement for former Head Coach Mike Tomlin.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

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.

Roman Wilson News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / January 19
Roman Wilson Gets Second Chance With Steelers New HC

Roman Wilson Gets Second Chance With Steelers New HC

There's no hiding that Roman Wilson was on his way out of the Pittsburgh Steelers organization with Mike Tomlin as the head coach and Arthur Smith as the offensive coordinator.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 19
Did Giants view Tomlin as fallback option amid negotiations with Harbaugh?

Did Giants view Mike Tomlin as fallback option amid negotiations with John Harbaugh?

After a "will he or won't he?" saga that lasted longer than many outsiders expected, the Giants were able to confirm over the weekend that they had agreed to a five-year contract with Harbaugh.

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The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz
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The 'College Football Player of the Year' quiz
 The 'College Football Player of the Year' quiz
The '4,000-yard NFL passers' quiz
 The '4,000-yard NFL passers' quiz
The 'Most passes thrown by NFL season' quiz
 The 'Most passes thrown by NFL season' quiz
The 'Winning NFL playoff debuts' quiz
 The 'Winning NFL playoff debuts' quiz
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 18
Hot name in Steelers' coaching search gets glowing praise from All-Pro

'He's that leader, alpha': Hot name in Steelers' coaching search gets glowing praise from All-Pro

As the Pittsburgh Steelers continue digging through options for who should be their next head coach, the list continues to grow.

Steelers players have strong feelings about potential Aaron Rodgers return
Steelers set a stance on Aaron Rodgers' future after Mike Tomlin's departure
Texans-Patriots takeaways: Offensive meltdown dooms Texans
The best and worst uniform changes in NFL history
The 'All-time playoff passing leaders' quiz
Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 18
Chargers Request Interview With Steelers OC Arthur Smith

Chargers Request Interview With Steelers OC Arthur Smith

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the Chargers have officially requested an interview with Steelers OC Arthur Smith for their offensive coordinator

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 18
A leading candidate emerges for Steelers' job as second interview confirmed

A leading candidate emerges for Steelers' job as second interview confirmed

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a lot of different options to replace Mike Tomlin as the team's head coach. 

Hiring Mike McCarthy would break Steelers' longtime precedent, and franchise should be wary of doing that
Ex-Steeler James Harrison argues why Mike Tomlin doesn't belong in HOF
Steelers set a stance on Aaron Rodgers' future after Mike Tomlin's departure
The 25 best NFL head coaches who never won a Super Bowl
The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 18
Steelers great mentioned as candidate for coaching staff

Steelers great mentioned as candidate for coaching staff

The team must find a new head coach after Mike Tomlin stepped down on Jan. 13.

Ex-Steeler James Harrison argues why Mike Tomlin doesn't belong in HOF
Steelers set a stance on Aaron Rodgers' future after Mike Tomlin's departure
Hiring Mike McCarthy would break Steelers' longtime precedent, and franchise should be wary of doing that
The 25 best NFL head coaches who never won a Super Bowl
The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 18
Roethlisberger gives Steelers legitimate advice on new coaching staff

Steelers great Ben Roethlisberger gives Pittsburgh legitimate advice on new coaching staff

Roethlisberger gave the Steelers advice on potentially changing their philosophy and even bringing in a former player to help make that leap.

Hiring Mike McCarthy would break Steelers' longtime precedent, and franchise should be wary of doing that
Steelers set a stance on Aaron Rodgers' future after Mike Tomlin's departure
The best and worst uniform changes in NFL history
The 'Game-winning drive leaders by team' quiz
T.J. Watt News / Steeler Nation / January 18
Steelers Facing Disastrous Reality If Team Chooses To Try Trading TJ Watt

Steelers Facing Disastrous Reality If Team Chooses To Try Trading TJ Watt

The Pittsburgh Steelers find themselves in unfamiliar territory. For the first time since 2007, they do not have a head coach. Former Head Coach Mike Tomlin stepped down following the team's 30-6 loss to the Houston Texans, which marked the Steelers' seventh-straight playoff loss.

D'Shawn Jamison News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / January 18
Steelers Sign Speedy CB After Late-Season Contribution

Steelers Sign Speedy CB After Late-Season Contribution

The Pittsburgh Steelers are continuing to add to their roster. As they move through the first portion of the offseason, they're looking for a head coach.

Brian Flores News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 18
Steelers Requesting Second Interview With Brian Flores

Steelers Requesting Second Interview With Brian Flores

Per Gerry Dulac, the Steelers are requesting a second-interview with Vikings DC Brian Flores for their head coaching vacancy. The Steelers are currently

Mike McCarthy News / Yardbarker / January 18
Hiring Mike McCarthy would break Steelers' longtime precedent

Hiring Mike McCarthy would break Steelers' longtime precedent, and franchise should be wary of doing that

Former head coach Mike Tomlin stepped down after 19 seasons. 

Ex-Steeler James Harrison argues why Mike Tomlin doesn't belong in HOF
Steelers set a stance on Aaron Rodgers' future after Mike Tomlin's departure
The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams
The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / January 18
Former Employee Sues Steelers, Art Rooney II

Former Employee Sues Steelers, Art Rooney II

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Team President Art Rooney II are now dealing with a lawsuit from a former employee. According to the Tribune-Review, Allegheny County resident Chelsea Zahn filed a six-count lawsuit in federal court against the Steelers shortly into the offseason.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 18
Steelers Plan To Speak To Mike McCarthy About Their HC Vacancy

Steelers Plan To Speak To Mike McCarthy About Their HC Vacancy

According to Adam Schefter, the Steelers plan to speak to former Cowboys and Packers HC Mike McCarthy regarding their current head coaching vacancy.  McCarthy

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / January 18
Steelers set stance on Rodgers' future after Tomlin's departure

Steelers set a stance on Aaron Rodgers' future after Mike Tomlin's departure

The former MVP completed 65.7 percent of his passes for 3,322 yards, 24 touchdowns and seven interceptions in 2025.

Ravens' Kyle Van Noy on Steelers after Mike Tomlin's departure: 'They weren't a good football team'
Ex-Steeler James Harrison argues why Mike Tomlin doesn't belong in HOF
The 25 best NFL head coaches who never won a Super Bowl
The 'NFL MVPs' quiz
Brian Flores News / Pro Football Rumors / January 18
Steelers Arrange HC Interview With Brian Flores

Steelers Arrange HC Interview With Brian Flores

Brian Flores spent one season with the Steelers prior to his current Vikings tenure. A potential return to Pittsburgh as the team’s next head coach will be something to watch for over the coming days.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / January 17
Aaron Rodgers not expected to re-sign with Steelers

Aaron Rodgers not expected to re-sign with Steelers

If this is it for Rodgers, his illustrious career will conclude on a respectable note.

Tom Brady discusses Aaron Rodgers' retirement mindset after Mike Tomlin's departure from Steelers
How Aaron Rodgers, Steelers players reacted to Mike Tomlin stepping down as head coach
Steelers players make feelings on Aaron Rodgers clear after blowout loss to Texans
The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams
The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

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