Mike Tomlin praises Mike McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers pairing in Pittsburgh
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 1:06 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin expressed support for the alignment of new head coach Mike McCarthy and quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Speaking during his debut as a pregame analyst for Thursday Night Football, Tomlin highlighted their shared success from their time with the Green Bay Packers, suggesting it will benefit the Steelers. McCarthy aims to lead Pittsburgh to a playoff victory that has eluded the team since 2016. Tomlin's comments come as he transitions from coaching to broadcasting, following his departure from the Steelers.
- •Mike Tomlin voiced support for McCarthy and Rodgers during Thursday Night Football.
- •Tomlin emphasized the value of their past success together.
- •McCarthy seeks to achieve playoff success for the Steelers.
- •Tomlin recently stepped down as Steelers head coach.
- •He is now part of NBC's Thursday Night Football pregame analysis.
- 1:06 AMYahoo Sports — Former Steelers HC loves the pairing of Mike McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers
"Mike Tomlin was asked about the Steelers and he loves the shared success of head coach Mike McCarthy and QB Aaron Rodgers.
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