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Bill Belichick Went Out Of His Way To Help Steelers End Super Bowl Drought

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a pretty frustrating history with former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick. He was the lead man in New England for a long time, and that team was often in Pittsburgh's way in the conference.

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Bill Cowher Faces Immediate Blowback For Postgame Comment On Shedeur Sanders

Former NFL head coach turned CBS analyst Bill Cowher had an immediate suggestion for the Cleveland Browns following their overtime loss to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday afternoon.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / November 8

'He's gonna be the future': Bill Cowher thinks Browns should name Shedeur Sanders as QB1 after loss to Saints

Pro Football Hall of Famer Bill Cowher thinks the Cleveland Browns should make a quarterback change.

Sanders experience was on full display in OT loss to Saints

Saints players mock Sanders’ celebration in win over Browns

Deshaun Watson not starting raises questions about Browns' QB room

Kirk Cousins' run as Raiders starter should be over after performance vs. 49ers

49ers defense rebounds in a big way in win over Raiders

Bill Cowher Issues 5-Word Message in Response to NC State’s Interest in Russell Wilson & Philip Rivers for HC Role

It certainly is a full-circle moment for former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Bill Cowher, who is now serving as an advisor to the NC State Wolfpack during their search for a new head coach after he played linebacker for the program before eventually becoming an NFL head coach.

Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the QB's with at least 35 touchdown passes in a single season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL QB start-leaders' quiz

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The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 4

Ex-Steelers QB exploded at Bill Cowher after Pittsburgh drafted Big Ben

Former Steelers QB Tommy Maddox exploded at Bill Cowher after Pittsburgh drafted Ben Roethlisberger

Hall of Fame head coach Bill Cowher revealed the immediate aftermath of his decision to draft Roethlisberger.

Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger sees a quiet payoff from a risky right tackle call

Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger steps in as James Harrison tries to start wild sideline fight

Potential Steelers trade for Jets' Garrett Wilson 'not happening' despite Aaron Rodgers connection

The 'Starting QBs from Week 3 of the 2004 NFL season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the quarterback history of every NFL franchise

Quarterback is the most important position for an NFL team. That wasn’t always the case, but it has been the case for, you know, 50 years at this point essentially.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 29

Bill Cowher is helping 1 college team with its coaching search

Bill Cowher is not closely associated with college football, but he will be helping one program find a new head coach. In a joint letter to supporters, NC State chancellor Kevin Howell and athletic director Boo Corrigan said they plan to use Cowher in an advisory role as part of their search for the next head coach.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 28

Steelers Legend Bill Cowher Helping College Team Find New Head Coach

PITTSBURGH — Bill Cowher achieved so much with the Pittsburgh Steelers and has a legacy anyone would be proud of. Cowher was successful in the other tenures of his career, including his time at NC State, where he was a linebacker from 1975-78.

Philadelphia Eagles News / The Spun / October 26

Bill Cowher Is Coming To The Defense Of Eagles Coach Nick Sirianni

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni doesn’t have too many defenders in the national media, but Hall of Famer Bill Cowher believes it’s way too early to write the obituary on his time in Philadelphia.

Buffalo Bills News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 19

Bills’ C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s spitting behavior vs. Raiders draws harsh earful from Bill Cowher

Buffalo Bills defensive back CJ Gardner-Johnson faced sharp criticism from former NFL coach Bill Cowher after being ejected for spitting during Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 17

Bill Cowher Has Alarming Take As Legend Believes Steelers' Defensive Line Is 'Uncomfortable'

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a perplexing defensive stance through the first five weeks. Defensive Coordinator Patrick Graham promised all these different blitzes with guys moving around and quarterbacks getting confused.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 13

Steelers' Bill Cowher Makes Bold Prediction About Mike McCarthy's New Identity

The Pittsburgh Steelers are officially entering a new era, and there may not be anyone better equipped to understand the magnitude of that transition than Bill Cowher.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The greatest return man for every NFL franchise

From Billy "White Shoes" Johnson to Deion Sanders to Devin Hester, here are the greatest return men for each of the NFL's 32 teams.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / EssentiallySports / August 24

Steelers Legend Bill Cowher Reveals Why He Never Returned to NFL Coaching After Leaving at Just 49

Bill Cowher walked away from coaching at an age when most NFL coaches are still firmly in the middle of their careers. After 15 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers and a Super Bowl title, Cowher stepped down at 49 following the 2006 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 6

Former Steelers HC Mike Tomlin makes strong first impression as NBC analyst

After spending 19 years on the Pittsburgh Steelers sidelines as the team's head coach, Mike Tomlin officially began the next portion of his career on Thursday night.

Three NFL starting quarterbacks who belong on the bench

How referee in Hall of Fame Game played role in getting Larry Fitzgerald to Cardinals

The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz

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The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 22

Steelers Greats Hit Brutal Reality Wall On All-Time List

The Pittsburgh Steelers have spent more than five decades operating with a coaching stability few NFL franchises can even imagine. Chuck Noll, Bill Cowher,

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 11

Steelers Great Rod Woodson Reveals Bill Cowher's Blunt Message That Changed Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Steelers have always wanted to be known as a physical football team, but Rod Woodson remembers when that identity was sharpened in a very direct way.

NFL News / Steel City Underground / June 25

Steelers Throwback Thursday: Rushing TD leaders all time

Steel City Underground takes fans back in time to feature events, special moments, and historical times and players in the world of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Steelers Nation.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / April 24

Cowher, Heyward disagree on whether Tomlin will go from NBC back to coaching

Bill Cowher, Steelers' Cameron Heyward disagree on whether Mike Tomlin will go from NBC back to coaching

Cowher has appeared as an analyst on CBS Sports' "The NFL Today" program since 2007, so he understands a little bit about how Tomlin must be feeling as Tomlin prepares to serve as an analyst for NBC's "Football Night in America" show this coming season.

Bill Cowher offers Mike Tomlin advice for broadcasting career

Why Mike Tomlin will ace new role following career pivot

Mike Tomlin makes major career decision amid questions about possible return to coaching

The 'NFL head coach wins leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / April 23

Bill Cowher offers Mike Tomlin advice for broadcasting career

Cowher offered some advice to Tomlin as the latter embarks on a broadcasting career.

How latest Aaron Rodgers saga is helping Steelers' Mike McCarthy learn about Will Howard

Steelers have different kind of Super Bowl goal under one condition

Steelers' Art Rooney II singing different tune about Aaron Rodgers after concerning update

The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / January 25

Does Bill Cowher approve of Steelers' planned Mike McCarthy hiring?

Does former Steelers HC Bill Cowher approve of planned Mike McCarthy hiring?

Cowher seems much more optimistic about the planned hiring of McCarthy than the rest of the fan base.

Le'Veon Bell adds fuel to Steelers fans' anger with Mike McCarthy comments

Pittsburgh Steelers stumbling into uncharted territory with Mike McCarthy hire

Mike McCarthy hire shows Steelers are content with mediocrity

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The 'NFL coach postseason win leaders' quiz

Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / January 14

Why Indiana's Curt Cignetti isn't a logical successor for Mike Tomlin with Steelers

From the moment news broke that Mike Tomlin was stepping down as Pittsburgh Steelers head coach, fans and media alike began speculating about who should replace him atop one of the NFL’s marquee franchises.

Tomlin's reason for leaving the Steelers has been revealed

Tomlin has reportedly made final decision about coaching in 2026

Will Tomlin land a TV gig?

Steelers legend reacts to Tomlin stepping down as head coach

Tomlin departure must force Steelers to commit to full rebuild

Five silver linings for the Steelers after the end of the Tomlin era

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / January 14

Steelers legend Bill Cowher reacts to Mike Tomlin stepping down as head coach

Tomlin's predecessor and Steelers legend Bill Cowher addressed Tomlin's departure from the club.

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

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

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

The 'NFL head coaches with 2+ Super Bowl appearances' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / Larry Brown Sports / October 19, 2025

Bill Cowher has harsh criticism of Dolphins after embarrassing loss

NFL legend Bill Cowher had some harsh criticism for the Miami Dolphins following the team’s embarrassing loss to the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

NFL News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL head coaches with 2+ Super Bowl appearances' quiz

How many of the 27 NFL head coaches to reach multiple Super Bowls can you name in five minutes?

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / July 2, 2024

HOF coach says Steelers rookie's athletic ability is 'off the charts'

The No. 98 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft has the makings to be Pittsburgh's next great linebacker.

Two Steelers defenders crack '2024 NFL All-Breakout Team'

Analyst has wild idea for Steelers' Russell Wilson, Justin Fields

Insider expands on Steelers' feelings about Eagles' Kenny Pickett

NFL head coaches with the most wins

The 'Pittsburgh Steelers head coaches' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / December 22, 2023

Bill Cowher rips Steelers' George Pickens after latest controversy

Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens is one of the brightest young talents in the NFL, but his questionable effort has come under scrutiny with the team unraveling down the stretch.

Cowher has thoughts about potential Steelers changes, too

Steelers running back has blunt response to George Pickens blocking excuse

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin's thoughts on latest Pickens controversy

Should Steelers cut their losses with their problematic star?

Steelers CB trades barbs with Bengals WR