PITTSBURGH — For the first time in 19 years, and the fourth time since 1969, the Steelers are looking for a new head coach.
That’s because a day after the team’s ninth straight season without a playoff win, Mike Tomlin stepped down.
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Now, current and former Steelers and other figures are reacting to the coaching change in Pittsburgh.
This is a developing story that will be updated.
Le’Veon Bell
go to where your celebrated Coach T 🫡
— Le'Veon Bell (@LeVeonBell) January 13, 2026
Mike Tomlin stepping down as head coach of Steelers after 19 seasons. pic.twitter.com/eWwwl65eEc
— NFL (@NFL) January 13, 2026
Ryan Clark
I get it. Trust me I do, but I’m sad to see Mike T go. Sometime change is needed for everyone. Job well done big brother!
— Ryan Clark (@Realrclark25) January 13, 2026
Patrick Queen
Mike T and Harbs…
— 🦈 (@Patrickqueen_) January 13, 2026
Trai Essex
Holy Shit. It happened. Not gonna lie, as much as I’m not surprised that it happened, I’m still in shock.
— Trai Essex (@TraiDay79) January 13, 2026
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Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O’Connor
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