Mike Tomlin and John Harbaugh exit Ravens-Steelers rivalry roles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Mike Tomlin and John Harbaugh, former head coaches of the Steelers and Ravens respectively, are no longer part of the NFL rivalry that defined their careers. Harbaugh transitions to the New York Giants, while Tomlin moves to NBC as a commentator. They both left their positions within hours of each other in January. The Steelers have hired Mike McCarthy as the new head coach, who reunites with quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The teams are making adjustments ahead of the 2026 season, with Pittsburgh adding talent like Michael Pittman Jr. to its roster. The shift in coaching leadership brings a new era to the storied rivalry.
- •Tomlin and Harbaugh both won Super Bowls and had notable careers.
- •Harbaugh is now coaching the New York Giants.
- •Tomlin joins NBC as a commentator.
- •Mike McCarthy replaces Tomlin as Steelers head coach.
- •Pittsburgh acquired Michael Pittman Jr. to enhance their offense.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Preston: Ravens-Steelers ‘death struggle’ enters new era
"LATROBE, Pa. — In one corner, there is former Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh, a Super Bowl champion who reached three AFC championship games, won six AFC North titles and posted a 193-124 record in 18 seasons in Baltimore. In the other is Mike Tomlin, another Super Bowl champion who made it to three AFC championship games, claimed eight division titles and finished 201-126-2 in 19 ...
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