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Old Words From Steelers’ Rival John Harbaugh Resurface As Pittsburgh Would Crush His Soul With New Head Coach Hire

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the trenches when it comes to a process that has not been seen in the Steel City since 2007. Mike Tomlin decided to walk away from the organization after 19 seasons at the helm, which has put Art Rooney II and Omar Khan in an interesting situation.

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Steelers will have to wait even longer if they want to hire top head coaching candidate following recent round of NFL playoffs

The Pittsburgh Steelers have shown intrigue in plenty of names ever since Mike Tomlin stepped down from his role as head coach. There have already been twists and turns in their search, however, especially after the bombshell decision from the Buffalo Bills on Monday morning.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 19

What was reported about inevitable Tomlin rumors after Bills fired HC

What was reported about inevitable Mike Tomlin rumors after Bills fired Sean McDermott

Tomlin spent 19 seasons as HC of the Steelers.

Bills job should be No. 1 in coaching cycle after Sean McDermott firing

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Aaron Rodgers News / Steeler Nation / January 19

Steelers Face Extremely Harsh Reality About Aaron Rodgers And The 2026 NFL Season

The Pittsburgh Steelers were defeated 30-6 by the Houston Texans in the most significant playoff blowout loss for the team in recent memory. The offense only mustered 175 total yards.

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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?

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / January 19

Five Head Coach Candidates Steelers Should Still Consider

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers have interviewed nine candidates so far in their search for a new head coach. Some have generated tons of buzz and excitement.

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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.

Anthony Weaver News / Pro Football Rumors / January 19

Steelers Expected To Conduct Second HC Interview With Anthony Weaver

With an uptick in in-person interviews set to take place over the coming days, plenty of movement could be imminent on the coaching front. The Steelers are among the eight teams in need of a head coach.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 19

Steelers Landing Dream Offensive Coordinator Candidate Becomes Possible After Strange Series Of Events In Kansas City

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the midst of a very important offseason for the organization. Mike Tomlin stepping down essentially has allowed the franchise to hit the reset button when it comes to the coaching staff.

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

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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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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 19

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

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 19

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.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / January 19

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

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

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

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

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.

Roman Wilson News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / January 19

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.

John Harbaugh gets major control in five-year deal with Giants

Jaxson Dart played a huge role in John Harbaugh's deal with Giants

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

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The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 18

'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

Brian Flores News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 18

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, 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 / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 18

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

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The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

Brian Flores News / Pro Football Rumors / January 18

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.