Mike Tomlin Articles - Page 3

After a long wait this offseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers finally signed Aaron Rodgers to a one-year, $13.65 million contract. The future Hall of Famer gave the team a big break on the deal, signing for less than his market value. But was adding Rodgers a wise move for the Steelers? NFL insider Mike Florio questioned […]

After months of speculation and rumors, Aaron Rodgers is officially a Pittsburgh Steeler. The sides agreed to a one-year deal on Thursday. He’s looking to team up with head coach Mike Tomlin and offensive coordinator Arthur Smith to get the Steelers back to the playoffs and hopefully chase down one more Lombardi Trophy. On Saturday, […]

A former Super Bowl champion explained why Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin wanted to sign Aaron Rodgers. This offseason saga is officially over, and Pittsburgh has its answer at quarterback after letting Russell Wilson and Justin Fields leave in free agency. The four-time MVP is a Steeler and is heading into a season where […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers have been flirting for months. It began when it became official that Rodgers would not return to the New York Jets. The instant that Rodgers became a free agent, the Steelers became one of the few possibilities that made the most sense in signing him. The deal was finally […]

Everything with the Pittsburgh Steelers has been centered on Aaron Rodgers lately. But the team has other irons in the fire. Also, the Steelers have a rising rookie who is turning heads in the team’s 2025 OTAs. The Steelers went heavy defense early in the draft, taking three players on that side of the ball […]

With Aaron Rodgers still unaccounted for, the Pittsburgh Steelers are noticeably cautious with their public comments. Many noticed head coach Mike Tomlin being specifically careful of his interview wording, even if it counters some of his previous talking points. Most assume Rodgers will sign with the Steelers, but the quarterback remains absent while the team […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still immersed in the Aaron Rodgers drama. And they’ve dangled the idea of trading for Jonnu Smith. However, that’s not the only deal the Steelers are reportedly pursuing. Pittsburgh may be in negotiations with several teams, according to a post on X by Jordan Schultz. The #Steelers have had preliminary conversations […]

With the 2025 NFL schedule now out, the focus has become clear. It’s time to prepare for another long season. The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking to once again return to the playoffs in 2025. At the moment however, it seems as if the team is missing a clear starter at the most important position in […]

While people are awaiting Aaron Rodgers’ decision and whether he’ll play for the Pittsburgh Steelers, there is one figure connected to the quarterback who is certain the partnership will happen. Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur has made his prediction on the matter and doubled down on it recently on the “Up & Adams” […]

With people continuing to make predictions about Aaron Rodgers’ decision in regards to the Pittsburgh Steelers, the next to make theirs is his biographer, Ian O’Connor. As people would love to see a Rodgers revenge against the Jets with the Steelers, a decision hasn’t been made just yet, but O’Connor believes big news will happen […]

Mike Tomlin has had the privilege of staying with the Pittsburgh Steelers for 18 years as their head coach. Despite his success, NFL analyst Ryan Clark think Tomlin should move on in the near future. Clark featured as a panelist on the May 15 edition of ESPN’s First Take. He reflected on Tomlin’s success with […]

An NFL insider revealed the Pittsburgh Steelers’ view on a potential trade for Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins as an Aaron Rodgers backup plan. It’s mid-May, and one of the league’s most storied franchises is still in the dark on who will start under center. Head coach Mike Tomlin’s team has longtime backup Mason Rudolph […]

The newest Dallas Cowboys wide receiver is already vocal. George Pickens isn’t calling for the football, though. He called out his former fanbase the Pittsburgh Steelers. Pickens landed in Dallas via trade on Wednesday. That move sparked joyous Steelers fans who vocally won’t miss him. The incoming Cowboys WR, however, delivered a fierce clap back. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have done a lot of reshuffling on offense this offseason in an attempt to get out of the treadmill of mediocrity that they have been cycling on for many years now. Justin Fields and Russell Wilson are out and DK Metcalf is in, even if the Steelers don’t know exactly who is […]

The biggest question involving NFL quarterbacks during the current offseason has involved former Packer and Jet signal caller Aaron Rodgers. While the former MVP’s future is still up in the air, the same may also be the case for Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins. From The Insiders on @NFLNetwork: The #Falcons answered some big questions […]

Future Hall of Famer, Aaron Rodgers, is not in any rush to sign with a new team for the 2025-26 season. With his decision still looming, NBC’s Mike Florio has a suggestion for the four-time NFL MVP. Rodgers is turning 42 in December. There is not much left in the tank but the former champion […]

For the better part of two decades, the Pittsburgh Steelers were defined by stability. That began with Hall of Fame-caliber quarterback play from Ben Roethlisberger and extended to a consistent, hard-nosed defense that mirrored head coach Mike Tomlin’s personality. However, in the years since Roethlisberger’s 2021 retirement, Pittsburgh has been grasping for its next era. […]

Despite the gossip leading up to the NFL Draft, the Pittsburgh Steelers never seriously considered taking Shedeur Sanders. In fact, Sanders was never on the Steelers draft board as a top priority, according to Gerry Dulac, Steelers Radio Network host on a recent episode of The Rich Eisen Show. 💻 @gerrydulac Why did the @steelers […]

With the Pittsburgh Steelers needing a starting quarterback the franchise elected to not pick a quarterback in the first three rounds of the NFL Draft. The latest rumors suggest the organization passed on prospect they had listed as a first-round talent despite the fact they drafted defensive tackle Derrick Harmon instead. During a guest appearance […]

The Buccaneers have added another interesting name to their rookie class, as wide receiver Dino Tomlin–son of Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin– will participate in the Buccaneers’ rookie minicamp. The news, first reported by Ashley Liotus on X (formerly Twitter), gives Tampa Bay fans yet another exciting storyline to follow this offseason. After beginning […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers approached the 2025 NFL Draft with a clear mandate. They needed to reload at key positions and keep the franchise’s proud tradition of physical, winning football alive. After a series of seasons marred by inconsistency in the post-Ben Roethlisberger era, Pittsburgh knew this draft could not be business as usual. They had […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers entered the 2025 NFL Draft looking for a quarterback. Mike Tomlin and Pittsburgh continue to wait for Aaron Rodgers’ free agency decision, but they gave themselves another option. In the sixth round, the Steelers drafted Ohio State quarterback Will Howard. Pittsburgh made waves when they passed on Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders with […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers passed on Shedeur Sanders multiple times in the NFL Draft. That signaled Mike Tomlin and company were preparing for Aaron Rodgers to arrive. But the Super Bowl winning head coach dropped a murky update involving the Pro Bowl quarterback Rodgers. Tomlin shared via Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network they’ve had talks […]

Mel Kiper Jr. didn’t like what the Pittsburgh Steelers did in Round 1. Their move helped the slide of Shedeur Sanders. And Mike Tomlin gave an honest outlook for the team’s first-round pick of the 2025 NFL Draft after passing on Sanders, according to a post on X by Nick Farabaugh. Mike Tomlin says Derrick […]

The NFL Draft is all about the infusion of new blood and substantial talent into the league. Teams that have scouted well and have the ability to turn talented college players into productive professionals can improve their fortunes dramatically. It often takes times for rookies to become impact players. Teams that are interested in immediate […]

Despite another winning season and postseason appearance in 2024, it feels as if the Pittsburgh Steelers are at a crossroads. Quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Justin Fields left for both New York franchises. Last season’s Wild Card round loss to the Baltimore Ravens, the Steelers’ most hated rivals, was uninspiring. The team lacks clarity at quarterback, […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers face a quarterback conundrum two weeks before the 2025 NFL Draft. They still need a QB. Shedeur Sanders is rising as a potential draft night fall to them. The Colorado star quarterback took in a top 30 visit to the Steelers. There are mock drafts now predicting Sanders will drop out of […]

Aaron Rodgers appears destined to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers sometime this offseason, but even if he does, one NFL insider is predicting Mike Tomlin and Co. will scoop up a quarterback in the draft. Despite Rodgers conducting private workouts with Steelers wide receivers and having had a long, reportedly successful meeting with team brass, […]

At the NFL owners meetings that began on Saturday and will go until Wednesday, it’s a hot time of the year for coaches and owners. During this time, the NFL proposes potential rule modifications, the possibility of growing the game internationally, and any other topics that come to mind. While the Tush Push ban was […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are seemingly still in the mix for Aaron Rodgers despite the veteran quarterback taking his time to make his decision. However, on Monday, head coach Mike Tomlin made it clear that he’s fine with the possibility of Mason Rudolph serving as the starter in case Rodgers opts for a different team or […]

As the Pittsburgh Steelers are waiting on Aaron Rodgers to give them an answer on if he’ll play for the team or not this upcoming season, it doesn’t mean the organization will stop looking at other options. With the Steelers preparing for the NFL Draft, there’s no doubt the team is looking at the position […]

Not much has changed in the Land of the Black and Gold. Mike Tomlin is still calling the shots on the sidelines, the team is coming off an unceremonious first-round playoffs exit and the long-term quarterback situation is uncertain. Aaron Rodgers might not drastically alter the complexion of the franchise, but he could add a […]

The Detroit Lions had one of their best seasons in franchise history in 2024. Detroit won 15 games, earned their second straight NFC North title, and secured the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs. All of these are franchise firsts for the Lions. Detroit submitted a playoff-related proposal that would have helped one of […]

Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is opening up about the possibility of adding Aaron Rodgers to the team. Tomlin said that the Steelers met with Rodgers and had a productive meeting getting to know him, per ESPN. There is no definite update on Rodgers as of yet. Pittsburgh is considering signing him, as the team […]

As Aaron Rodgers visited the Pittsburgh Steelers for a potential deal on his next professional relationship, it seems as if the star quarterback is weighing his options. Though it was reported that the Steelers were kept in the dark by Rodgers, it still is leaning that the team will remain patient on hearing back. The […]

The Kansas City Chiefs have established themselves as a modern dynasty under the leadership of superstar Patrick Mahomes and head coach Andy Reid. However, maintaining their dominance requires consistently replenishing their talent pool. Each offseason brings new hurdles, and the 2025 NFL free agency period was no exception. As the Chiefs shift their focus to […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers approached the 2025 offseason with high aspirations and an aggressive strategy. They made significant moves in free agency to reshape their roster into a legitimate Super Bowl contender. However, despite their efforts, one glaring question remains: Who is their long-term answer at quarterback? The Steelers have built a strong roster on both […]

It’s difficult to knock what the Pittsburgh Steelers do from a front-office standpoint and organizational perspective. The Rooney family has done an admirable job building a shatterproof culture: traditional, yet sensible. This is one of the main reasons why the franchise remains competitive on a yearly basis. With two-straight playoff appearances and five-consecutive winning seasons […]

There is no question that Mike Tomlin is an exceptional football coach. His 18-year (and counting) run with the Pittsburgh Steelers is highlighted by the team’s victory in Super Bowl 43 and noteworthy for sustained excellence. Tomlin’s consistency is best exemplified by his record 18 consecutive years without a losing season to start a head […]