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Mike Tomlin Breaks Silence on Stepping Down as Steelers Head Coach

Mike Tomlin Breaks Silence on Stepping Down as Steelers Head Coach

Summary

Mike Tomlin announced he is stepping down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons. He leaves the team following a playoff loss to the Houston Texans. Tomlin was a successful coach, with no losing seasons during his time with the Steelers.

Key Facts

  • Mike Tomlin has been the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers for 19 seasons.
  • He announced his decision to step down after a playoff loss to the Houston Texans.
  • During his time as head coach, Tomlin never had a losing season.
  • He won one Super Bowl with the Steelers.
  • The Steelers have never fired a head coach in their history.
  • Tomlin expressed gratitude to the Steelers organization and fans in a public statement.
  • It is unclear what Tomlin plans to do next, although he may work as a TV analyst or return to coaching later.

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