PFT Live with Mike Florio PFTPM: Mike Tomlin steps down as Steelers HC
Jan 13, 2026
Mike Tomlin's unexpected departure as Steelers head coach after 19 years shakes the NFL landscape. The discussion dives into the reasons behind his timing, including fan sentiment and recent losses. Speculation arises about Tomlin's future in broadcasting, as networks eye him for a potential analyst role. Meanwhile, teams with coaching vacancies may try to lure him away, raising the prospect of a trade-for-coach scenario. Insights into the Steelers' search for a replacement hint at ripple effects throughout the league.
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Tomlin's Departure Is A Major NFL Ripple
- Mike Florio observes that Mike Tomlin stepping down after 19 years is rare in today's NFL and signals mutual timing for change.
- Tomlin's long tenure makes him highly marketable for TV or other teams, creating ripple effects across coaching vacancies.
Act Quickly If You Want Tomlin
- If Tomlin takes a year off he will be highly sought after by networks and teams, so consider timing before committing to TV or another job.
- Teams with current vacancies should act now if they want Tomlin because waiting risks losing him to TV or other hirings.
Tomlin Could Reinvent Game Broadcasts
- Florio predicts Tomlin would shine in the broadcast booth, offering succinct, game-enhancing analysis similar to early Tony Romo or John Madden.
- He argues Tomlin's best fit is three hours in a booth, not necessarily a studio pregame show.