Pittsburgh Steelers fire coach Derius Swinton II over misconduct
TalkSport • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 8:45 AM
Last updated May 30, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers have fired assistant coach Derius Swinton II due to workplace misconduct, effective immediately. The dismissal comes during the second week of organized team activities (OTAs) as the team prepares for the upcoming season. The move signifies a commitment to maintaining professional standards within the organization. The Steelers will need to find a suitable replacement as they continue their preparations for training camp.
- •Derius Swinton II is dismissed from the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- •Firing stems from a violation of club policy.
- •The dismissal occurs during OTAs as the season approaches.
- •Steelers must seek a new assistant coach before training camp.
- 8:45 AMTalkSport — NFL coach fired over ‘violation of club policy’ just three months after joining AFC franchise - talkSPORT
"The Pittsburgh Steelers have made a coaching change in the second week of OTAs after Derius Swinton II was dismissed due to 'workplace misconduct'
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