Former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin adjusts to life in retirement
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 5:54 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Mike Tomlin says he is enjoying retirement after stepping down from his position as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers in January. The 54-year-old spent 19 seasons leading the organization and currently holds the franchise record for most regular-season wins alongside Chuck Noll. Tomlin has spent his recent months traveling, focusing on personal wellness, and attending family events. He is set to transition into the media this fall as an NFL analyst. Despite his departure from the sidelines, he intends to remain a supporter of the Steelers as they move forward under the leadership of Mike McCarthy.
- •Mike Tomlin stepped down as Pittsburgh Steelers head coach on January 13, 2026.
- •He accumulated 193 career coaching wins during his 19 seasons with the team.
- •Tomlin begins a new role as an NFL analyst this fall.
- •He remains a supporter of the Steelers under the current leadership of Mike McCarthy.
- 5:54 PMCBS NFL — Former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin 'having the time of my life' in retirement
"It doesn't appear that Tomlin is in a rush to get back into coaching
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