NFL Network analyst predicts Mike McCarthy as potential Coach of the Year
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 7:06 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks has named new Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy as a darkhorse candidate for Coach of the Year. McCarthy takes over a team that has not won a playoff game since 2016. The Steelers, under former head coach Mike Tomlin, did not have a losing record but faced criticism for consistent playoff failures. Brooks believes McCarthy can elevate Pittsburgh's talented roster and potentially lead the team back to the playoffs, which could alleviate fan concerns about the team's direction.
- •Steelers have not won a playoff game since 2016.
- •Mike McCarthy is regarded as a darkhorse for Coach of the Year.
- •Analyst Bucky Brooks highlights McCarthy's experience and potential.
- •Pittsburgh fans hope for a turnaround under new leadership.
- 7:06 PMYahoo Sports — NFL Network analyst makes bold prediction about Steelers head coach
"NFL Network offered up their longshot picks for all the top season awards and they went with new Steelers HC Mike McCarthy as a COTY darkhorse
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