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sports10 hours ago

Rodgers' hot-seat remarks stun LaFleur, spark NFL debate

After Green Bay's playoff loss to the Texans, Aaron Rodgers blasted the hot-seat chatter surrounding coaches like Matt LaFleur and Mike Tomlin, arguing that media coverage and social-media speculation drive the narrative. LaFleur texted ProFootballTalk's Mike Silver that Rodgers' comments left him 'speechless' and grateful for the compliment, noting their history in Green Bay. Rodgers defended their success and argued that outside pressure—not loyalty—drives coaching changes, highlighting the league's culture of constant scrutiny.

via NBC Sports|
#hot-seat#lafleur#nfl
sports12 hours ago

Steelers launch coaching search after Tomlin’s departure

The Steelers are beginning a national head-coach search after Mike Tomlin steps down; early discussions reportedly include Marcus Freeman, with other potential candidates such as Brian Flores, Jesse Minter, Klint Kubiak, Arthur Smith, Vance Joseph, Mike McCarthy, Chris Shula and Robert Saleh weighing defensive vs. offensive fit and the franchise’s approach to stability and the Rooney Rule.

via The New York Times|
#coaching-search#head-coach-candidates#nfl
sports14 hours ago

Tomlin exits Steelers after 19-season run

Mike Tomlin announced he is stepping down as the Pittsburgh Steelers’ head coach after 19 seasons, days after a 30-6 wild-card loss to the Houston Texans. At 53, he leaves with a 193-114-2 regular-season record and a .628 winning percentage, plus an 8-12 playoff mark that includes seven consecutive postseason losses. The Rooney family publicly supported him, and Pittsburgh now faces hiring its fourth head coach since 1969, with the possibility of the team retaining his coaching rights or pursuing a trade if Tomlin returns to coaching elsewhere.

via The New York Times|
#coaching-change#nfl#playoffs
sports16 hours ago

Tomlin’s Next Act: Fox Leads the Pack in a Possible TV Studio Move

NFL coach Mike Tomlin could pivot to television and be a sought-after studio analyst. Fox is the frontrunner to hire him for its Fox NFL Sunday after Jimmy Johnson’s retirement, with ESPN, NBC, CBS and Amazon Prime Video also eyeing him. There are no immediate openings that would pay Romo/Aikman-level salaries, but Tomlin could still command multi-million offers and wait for the right coaching job or a TV career.

via The New York Times|
#fox-nfl-sunday#nfl#sports
sports3 months ago

Tomlin Criticizes Browns' Trade Decisions and Fans' Reactions

Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin criticized the Cleveland Browns' decision to trade quarterback Joe Flacco to the Cincinnati Bengals, calling it 'doesn't make sense,' but acknowledged Flacco's capabilities and the move's logic from Cincinnati's perspective. The trade involved Flacco, who had been starting for Cleveland, moving to Cincinnati to replace struggling Jake Browning. Tomlin also praised Flacco's recent performance with the Bengals and discussed the challenges of preparing to face him.

via ESPN|
#bengals#browns#flacco
sports3 months ago

Steelers' Defense Struggles to Stop the Run and Reverse Trends

Gerry Dulac discusses the Pittsburgh Steelers' recent struggles, including issues with their defense, offensive line, and player performances, while questioning coaching decisions and future priorities such as drafting or free agency. The conversation highlights concerns about the team's talent, scheme, and management, with some optimism about potential improvements.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|
#defense#gerry-dulac#nfl
sports4 months ago

Tomlin Expects Heyward to Play and Steelers to Start Strong Despite Contract and Preseason Concerns

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin emphasized the importance of stopping the Jets' run game in their upcoming season opener, focusing on their mobile quarterback Justin Fields and a talented backfield led by Breece Hall and Braelon Allen, while also preparing for schematic challenges posed by the Jets' new coaching staff and their emphasis on the run.

via Steelers.com|
#jets#quarterback-mobility#run-defense