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Mike Tomlin, NFL’s longest-tenured coach, stepping down after Steelers’ loss
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For the first time in 19 seasons, the Pittsburgh Steelers will need a new coach.
Mike Tomlin informed the team that he is stepping down from the position on Tuesday, The Steelers confirmed the departure with a statement from team president Art Rooney.
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“I am extremely grateful to Mike for all the hard work, dedication and success we have shared over the last 19 years,” the statement read . “It is hard for me to put into words the level of respect and appreciation I have for Coach Tomlin. He guided the franchise to our sixth Super Bowl championship and made the playoffs 13 times during his tenure, including winning the AFC North eight times in his career. His track record of never having a losing season in 19 years will likely never be duplicated.”
Tomlin was the NFL’s longest-tenured coach, never had a losing season during his tenure in Pittsburgh, won eight division titles and on Super Bowl.
The news comes after the Steelers fell to the Houston Texans in the AFC Wild Card game on Monday night, 30-6.
The Steelers now go into the offseason in need of a new coach, and a potential quarterback search as it’s unclear if Aaron Rodgers will return to Pittsburgh.
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It’s unclear what Tomlin will do next. But there are several teams that need a coach. NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport also reported that “TV offers have waited for him.”
NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported that the belief is the 53-year-old will do media for the 2026 season.
Because Tomlin stepped down and was not fired, the Steelers will retain his rights.
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