Steelers Keeping Mike Tomlin Despite Disappointing End to Season

Pittsburgh: Mike Tomlin is sticking around. Even after the Steelers’ rough playoff exit against the Ravens, it looks like he won’t be going anywhere. The team lost their last four regular-season games and then fell short in the wild-card round, but the Steelers are not planning to fire him.

Tomlin, who’s been the head coach since 2007, signed a three-year extension before this season. That means he’s locked in until 2027. He’s had a solid run, with a record of 183 wins and 107 losses in the regular season, plus an 8-11 playoff record.

The loss on Saturday was tough, marking the Steelers’ sixth straight playoff defeat. After the game, Tomlin reflected on the disappointing end to the season, saying, “Those are my bags, not [the team’s] bags.” He’s been a successful coach, leading the team to a Super Bowl win in 2009 and another appearance in 2011.

Despite some chatter about trading him, especially with analysts suggesting a swap with the Cowboys, it seems Tomlin is safe for now. However, there’s still a lot of uncertainty about the quarterback situation, with both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields becoming free agents. When asked about it, Tomlin kept his focus on the recent game, appreciating the efforts of his players.