Mike Tomlin discusses Steelers and Mike McCarthy on NBC debut
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Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Mike Tomlin made his debut on NBC's 'Football Night In America' ahead of the Hall of Fame Game. He offered insights into Mike McCarthy's role as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, emphasizing that McCarthy understands the team's standards and has the experience necessary to succeed. Tomlin articulated his confidence in McCarthy, who is stepping into a franchise with playoff aspirations that have not been met since 2016. Tomlin compared the Steelers' situation to the New York Knicks in terms of playoff expectations, highlighting the challenges McCarthy will face as he takes over the team.
- •Mike Tomlin debuted on NBC before the Hall of Fame Game.
- •He endorsed Mike McCarthy as the new Steelers head coach.
- •Tomlin highlighted McCarthy's ties to Pittsburgh and coaching experience.
- •The Steelers aim for a playoff win, absent since 2016.
- •Tomlin compared Steelers' playoff expectations to the New York Knicks' history.
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Tomlin Speaks out on Mike McCarthy Replacing Him as Steelers Head Coach
- 12:18 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Tomlin weighs in on Mike McCarthy, Steelers during his NBC debut
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"Former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin made his TV debut on NBC ahead of the Hall of Fame Game. He weighed in on Mike McCarthy taking over in Pittsburgh.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 4:12 AMMike Tomlin Speaks out on Mike McCarthy Replacing Him as Steelers Head Coach
Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin addressed Mike McCarthy replacing him during his first pregame show on NBC. The post Mike Tomlin Speaks out on Mike McCarthy Replacing Him as Steelers Head Coach appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 12:18 AMMike Tomlin weighs in on Mike McCarthy, Steelers during his NBC debut
Former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin made his TV debut on NBC ahead of the Hall of Fame Game. He weighed in on Mike McCarthy taking over in Pittsburgh.
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