The Pittsburgh Steelers have indicated no plans to part ways with head coach Mike Tomlin, despite a disappointing postseason performance and significant public criticism. According to Steelers Insider Gerry Dulac, the organization remains committed to Tomlin, who has been at the helm for 18 seasons, the longest tenure among current NFL coaches. Tomlin recently signed a contract extension that keeps him with the team through the 2027 season.
After a promising start where the Steelers boasted a 10-3 record, the team has faced challenges, losing their last four regular-season games and falling to the Baltimore Ravens in the Wild Card round with a score of 28-14. This marks the sixth consecutive playoff loss for the franchise, with a concerning trend of being outscored 66-0 in the first quarter across these games.
As the Steelers look toward the 2025 season, the team faces critical decisions regarding their roster, especially at quarterback. All three of their quarterbacks—Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, and Kyle Allen—are set to become unrestricted free agents. Wilson, who earned $1.2 million this season with most of his salary covered by the Denver Broncos, may seek a lucrative new deal potentially reaching $100 million after his stint in Pittsburgh.
The Steelers will also need to navigate free agency for several key players, including Mike Williams, Najee Harris, and Cam Sutton, as they prepare for the upcoming NFL Draft, where they are positioned to select 21st overall.
In summary, while the Steelers face a challenging offseason ahead in terms of roster adjustments and addressing their playoff shortcomings, Tomlin’s continued leadership could bring stability and direction as they strive for resurgence in the upcoming seasons.