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Mike Tomlin news
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The gist
Mike Tomlin left the Steelers and joined NBC Sports as an analyst. He says he may return to coaching, leaving the door open.
Background
Mike Tomlin, former head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, departed the team after 19 years. He has since taken a role as an analyst with NBC Sports, while the Steelers hired Mike McCarthy as his replacement. Tomlin's future in coaching has become a topic of speculation.
How it unfolded
- recentlyMike Tomlin left the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons and joined NBC Sports as an analyst.
- Sep 3, 2026During an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show, Tomlin said he leaves certain doors ajar regarding a potential return to coaching.
- Sep 5, 2026Bleacher Report published an article listing five potential NFL teams that could be fits for Tomlin if he returns in 2027.
Who’s saying what
- Tomlin
- I've just lived enough to know to leave certain doors ajar, Tomlin said about a possible coaching return.
- Analysts
- Analysts speculate on potential landing spots for Tomlin, including teams with young quarterbacks and defensive talent.
Still unverified
Reports of Tomlin's potential return to coaching in 2027 are speculative and based on his comments, not confirmed plans.