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Ben Roethlisberger Reveals If the Steelers Should Fire Head Coach Mike Tomlin

Ben Roethlisberger Reveals If the Steelers Should Fire Head Coach Mike Tomlin

Summary

Ben Roethlisberger discussed the possibility of the Pittsburgh Steelers parting ways with their head coach, Mike Tomlin, despite his successful track record. Although Tomlin has not had a losing season since becoming head coach in 2007, the team has not won a playoff game since 2017, leading to increased frustration among fans. Roethlisberger suggested a mutual parting might be beneficial for both Tomlin and the Steelers.

Key Facts

  • Mike Tomlin has been the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers since 2007.
  • Tomlin has never had a losing season with the team.
  • The Steelers have not won a playoff game since 2017.
  • In the current 2025 season, the Steelers' record is 6-6.
  • Fans expressed frustration by chanting for Tomlin's dismissal after a recent loss.
  • Ben Roethlisberger, former Steelers quarterback, suggested a mutual parting rather than an abrupt firing.
  • Roethlisberger believes Tomlin could succeed in a college coaching role, such as at Penn State.
  • Roethlisberger and Tomlin won a Super Bowl together in 2009.

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