Mike Tomlin has left his position as head coach of the Steelers after 19 years
13 january 2026 в 23:13
Mike Tomlin, head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, has reportedly decided to step down after 19 seasons. This news emerged on January 13, 2026, shortly after Tomlin’s last game in Pittsburgh ended with loud boos from the crowd as he and quarterback Aaron Rodgers left the field. Fans are now wondering whether Tomlin left of his own accord or was fired.
When asked about the crowd’s reaction, Tomlin responded, «When it doesn’t work out, words mean nothing», - according to ESPN. He explained, «The thing is, you either do it or you don’t. I appreciate the question, but in our business, people talk too much. Either you do it, or you don’t».
Here’s what we know about Tomlin’s departure from the Steelers.
Tomlin coached the Steelers for 19 years. pic.twitter.com/zxYk7AGrmz
— ESPN (@espn) January 13, 2026
No, Tomlin was not fired by the Steelers. In a statement received by ESPN, team president Art Rooney II said that Tomlin made the decision to leave on his own.
«During our meeting today, Coach Tomlin informed me that he has decided to step down as head coach», - Rooney noted. «Obviously, I am extremely grateful to Mike for all the hard work, dedication, and success we have shared over the past 19 years. … It’s hard for me to put into words the level of respect and appreciation I have for Coach Tomlin».
Rooney added that Tomlin «led the team to our sixth Super Bowl championship and brought us to the playoffs 13 times during his tenure, including eight AFC North division titles over his career».
«His achievements, including the absence of losing seasons over 19 years, will likely never be repeated», - Rooney continued. «My family and I, along with everyone involved with the Steelers' management, will forever be grateful for the passion and dedication that Mike Tomlin brought to Steelers football».
As Tomlin has yet to make a public statement about his departure, it remains unclear why he chose to leave the Steelers after nearly 20 seasons.
The story is developing…
When asked about the crowd’s reaction, Tomlin responded, «When it doesn’t work out, words mean nothing», - according to ESPN. He explained, «The thing is, you either do it or you don’t. I appreciate the question, but in our business, people talk too much. Either you do it, or you don’t».
Here’s what we know about Tomlin’s departure from the Steelers.
Tomlin coached the Steelers for 19 years. pic.twitter.com/zxYk7AGrmz
— ESPN (@espn) January 13, 2026
No, Tomlin was not fired by the Steelers. In a statement received by ESPN, team president Art Rooney II said that Tomlin made the decision to leave on his own.
«During our meeting today, Coach Tomlin informed me that he has decided to step down as head coach», - Rooney noted. «Obviously, I am extremely grateful to Mike for all the hard work, dedication, and success we have shared over the past 19 years. … It’s hard for me to put into words the level of respect and appreciation I have for Coach Tomlin».
Rooney added that Tomlin «led the team to our sixth Super Bowl championship and brought us to the playoffs 13 times during his tenure, including eight AFC North division titles over his career».
«His achievements, including the absence of losing seasons over 19 years, will likely never be repeated», - Rooney continued. «My family and I, along with everyone involved with the Steelers' management, will forever be grateful for the passion and dedication that Mike Tomlin brought to Steelers football».
As Tomlin has yet to make a public statement about his departure, it remains unclear why he chose to leave the Steelers after nearly 20 seasons.
The story is developing…
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