Summary
Mike Tomlin, the Pittsburgh Steelers head coach, announced he is stepping down after 19 seasons. During his time, Tomlin never had a losing season and led the team to one Super Bowl victory. Former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger praised Tomlin's impact in a public statement.
Key Facts
- Mike Tomlin announced his resignation after a playoff loss to the Houston Texans.
- Tomlin spent 19 seasons as the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- He never had a losing season during his tenure.
- Tomlin led the Steelers to two Super Bowls, winning one of them.
- He won the AFC North division titles eight times.
- Ben Roethlisberger and Tomlin worked together for 15 years.
- Roethlisberger acknowledged Tomlin as one of the greatest coaches in his statement.
- At age 53, Tomlin is expected to be considered for other head coaching positions or television work.
