Steelers prepare for 2026 season under new coach Mike McCarthy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are gearing up for the 2026 NFL season under new head coach Mike McCarthy after Mike Tomlin's departure. Despite making the playoffs 13 times in 19 seasons, Tomlin stepped down following a postseason elimination. McCarthy's arrival brings changes, including a trade for WR Michael Pittman Jr. and the signing of RB Rico Dowdle. The Steelers aim to improve their offensive balance, having retained core defensive players like T.J. Watt and Cameron Heyward while addressing the offensive line. The team seeks to remain competitive in the tightly contested AFC North.
- •Mike Tomlin stepped down after playoff elimination by Houston Texans.
- •Mike McCarthy takes over as head coach.
- •Steelers traded for WR Michael Pittman Jr. and signed RB Rico Dowdle.
- •Core defensive players like T.J. Watt and Cameron Heyward return.
- •Steelers look to improve offensive balance and line efficiency.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers 2026 Preview: Can Pittsburgh Take Next Step In McCarthy Era?
"The Steelers should be able to stay in the AFC North hunt, but it's a crowded division.
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