Current, former Steelers players react to Mike Tomlin stepping down after 19 years

Mike Tomlin Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) (Gene J. Puskar/AP)

By Sierra Rehm

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

Ryan Clark

Patrick Queen

Trai Essex

Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O’Connor

Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato

Rep. Summer Lee

Rep. Chris Deluzio

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