Summary
The Pittsburgh Steelers hired Mike McCarthy as their new head coach after Mike Tomlin stepped down. This move might affect quarterback Aaron Rodgers' decision to return to the team, as McCarthy was previously Rodgers' coach in Green Bay. Rodgers and McCarthy enjoyed success together, including a Super Bowl win.
Key Facts
- The Steelers' previous head coach, Mike Tomlin, decided to step down after 19 seasons.
- Mike McCarthy, the new Steelers head coach, was formerly with the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys.
- Aaron Rodgers, currently an unrestricted free agent, played for the Steelers last season.
- Rodgers and McCarthy worked together during their time with the Green Bay Packers, winning a Super Bowl in 2011.
- Rodgers commented that he had a lot of freedom under McCarthy, despite occasional disagreements.
- McCarthy was the head coach in Green Bay for 13 seasons before coaching the Dallas Cowboys until 2024.
