The status of Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin’s future seems uncertain at this juncture.
With one year remaining on his contract, the 51-year-old coach plans to assess his options post-season. According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, Tomlin will engage in discussions with his family to make a decision regarding his continuation with the Steelers.
Over the past 17 seasons, Tomlin has led the Steelers, boasting an impressive record of 173-100-2. Under his guidance, Pittsburgh has consistently avoided finishing a season with a losing record.
In the 2023 season, Tomlin steered the Steelers to a notable 10-7 record, their best since 2020, securing a postseason berth, marking their third in the last four seasons. As they head into the wild-card round against the Buffalo Bills on Monday, Tomlin aims to secure his first postseason victory since the 2016 campaign.
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The 2024 coaching cycle has witnessed several veteran coaches parting ways with their respective teams, including Bill Belichick from the New England Patriots, Pete Carroll from the Seattle Seahawks, and Mike Vrabel from the Tennessee Titans.
Despite the uncertainty, Tomlin, still relatively young, could opt for a break before potentially returning to coaching. If he ever decides to venture beyond Pittsburgh, his expertise would likely make him a highly sought-after coach in the coaching landscape.
