Mike Tomlin is stepping down after 19 seasons as the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team announced Tuesday. The move comes less than 24 hours after Pittsburgh was eliminated from the playoffs in a 30-6 loss to the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium.STATEMENT FROM MIKE TOMLIN”After much thought and reflection, I have decided to step down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers.”This organization has been a huge part of my life for many years, and it has been an absolute honor to lead this team. I am deeply grateful to Art Rooney Il and the late Ambassador Rooney for their trust and support. I am also thankful to the players who gave everything they had every day, and to the coaches and staff whose commitment and dedication made this journey so meaningful.”I want to also thank Steelers Nation. Your passion, loyalty, and high expectations represent what makes this franchise truly special. Coaching in Pittsburgh is unlike anywhere else, and I will always take great pride in having been a steward of this team.”While this chapter comes to a close, my respect and love for the Pittsburgh Steelers will never change. I am excited for what the future holds for this organization, and I will forever be grateful for my time coaching in Pittsburgh.”(Video below: Mike Tomlin speaks after Steelers’ playoff loss to Texans)STATEMENT FROM STEELERS PRESIDENT ART ROONEY II”During our meeting today, Coach Tomlin informed me that he has decided to step down as our Head Coach. Obviously, I am extremely grateful to Mike for all the hard work, dedication and success we have shared over the last 19 years. It is hard for me to put into words the level of respect and appreciation I have for Coach Tomlin. He guided the franchise to our sixth Super Bowl championship and made the playoffs 13 times during his tenure, including winning the AFC North eight times in his career. His track record of never having a losing season in 19 years will likely never be duplicated.”My family and I, and everyone connected to Steelers management, are forever grateful for the passion and dedication Mike Tomlin has devoted to Steelers football.”THE MIKE TOMLIN ERA IN PITTSBURGHHired in 2007 to replace Bill Cowher, Tomlin was an immediate winner in Pittsburgh and never had a losing record. He led the Steelers to eight division titles and 13 playoff appearances, including a Super Bowl victory at age 36 in his second season.But postseason success was elusive for the black and gold in recent years, with Pittsburgh’s last playoff win under Tomlin coming in January 2017. The Steelers have lost seven straight playoff games, including a 30-6 drubbing by the Houston Texans on Monday night.Tomlin ends his Pittsburgh tenure with a career record of 193-114-2 in the regular season. He’s tied with Hall of Famer Chuck Noll for most wins by a Steelers head coach and ninth all-time in the NFL. Tomlin’s career winning percentage of .628 is the best mark in franchise history.In the postseason, Tomlin’s career record was 8-12 including two Super Bowl appearances. With a win in Super Bowl XLIII, he brought a sixth Lombardi Trophy to Pittsburgh. Since 1969, the Pittsburgh Steelers have only had three head coaches (Noll, Cowher, Tomlin). The search now begins for a fourth.MIKE TOMLIN HEAD COACHING RECORD200710-6First place in AFC NorthLost to Jacksonville in wild-card playoff game200812-4, first in AFC NorthDefeated Arizona in Super Bowl XLIII20099-7, third in AFC NorthMissed playoffs201012-4, first in AFC NorthLost to Green Bay in Super Bowl XLV201112-4, second in AFC NorthLost to Denver in wild-card game20128-8, third in AFC NorthMissed playoffs20138-8, second in AFC NorthMissed playoffs201411-5, first in AFC NorthLost to Baltimore in wild-card game201510-6, second in AFC NorthLost to Denver in divisional game201611-5, first in AFC NorthLost to New England in championship game201713-3, first in AFC NorthLost to Jacksonville in divisional game20189-6-1, second in AFC NorthMissed playoffs20198-8, second in AFC NorthMissed playoffs202012-4, first in AFC NorthLost to Cleveland in wild-card game20219-7-1, second in AFC NorthLost to Kansas City in wild-card game20229-8, third in AFC NorthMissed playoffs202310-7, third in AFC NorthLost to Buffalo in wild-card game202410-7, second in AFC NorthLost to Baltimore in wild-card game202510-7, first in AFC NorthLost to Houston in wild-card game
PITTSBURGH —
Mike Tomlin is stepping down after 19 seasons as the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team announced Tuesday.
The move comes less than 24 hours after Pittsburgh was eliminated from the playoffs in a 30-6 loss to the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium.
STATEMENT FROM MIKE TOMLIN
“After much thought and reflection, I have decided to step down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
“This organization has been a huge part of my life for many years, and it has been an absolute honor to lead this team. I am deeply grateful to Art Rooney Il and the late Ambassador Rooney for their trust and support. I am also thankful to the players who gave everything they had every day, and to the coaches and staff whose commitment and dedication made this journey so meaningful.
“I want to also thank Steelers Nation. Your passion, loyalty, and high expectations represent what makes this franchise truly special. Coaching in Pittsburgh is unlike anywhere else, and I will always take great pride in having been a steward of this team.
“While this chapter comes to a close, my respect and love for the Pittsburgh Steelers will never change. I am excited for what the future holds for this organization, and I will forever be grateful for my time coaching in Pittsburgh.”
(Video below: Mike Tomlin speaks after Steelers’ playoff loss to Texans)
STATEMENT FROM STEELERS PRESIDENT ART ROONEY II
“During our meeting today, Coach Tomlin informed me that he has decided to step down as our Head Coach. Obviously, I am extremely grateful to Mike for all the hard work, dedication and success we have shared over the last 19 years. It is hard for me to put into words the level of respect and appreciation I have for Coach Tomlin. He guided the franchise to our sixth Super Bowl championship and made the playoffs 13 times during his tenure, including winning the AFC North eight times in his career. His track record of never having a losing season in 19 years will likely never be duplicated.
“My family and I, and everyone connected to Steelers management, are forever grateful for the passion and dedication Mike Tomlin has devoted to Steelers football.”
THE MIKE TOMLIN ERA IN PITTSBURGH
Hired in 2007 to replace Bill Cowher, Tomlin was an immediate winner in Pittsburgh and never had a losing record. He led the Steelers to eight division titles and 13 playoff appearances, including a Super Bowl victory at age 36 in his second season.
But postseason success was elusive for the black and gold in recent years, with Pittsburgh’s last playoff win under Tomlin coming in January 2017. The Steelers have lost seven straight playoff games, including a 30-6 drubbing by the Houston Texans on Monday night.
Tomlin ends his Pittsburgh tenure with a career record of 193-114-2 in the regular season. He’s tied with Hall of Famer Chuck Noll for most wins by a Steelers head coach and ninth all-time in the NFL. Tomlin’s career winning percentage of .628 is the best mark in franchise history.
In the postseason, Tomlin’s career record was 8-12 including two Super Bowl appearances. With a win in Super Bowl XLIII, he brought a sixth Lombardi Trophy to Pittsburgh.
Since 1969, the Pittsburgh Steelers have only had three head coaches (Noll, Cowher, Tomlin). The search now begins for a fourth.
MIKE TOMLIN HEAD COACHING RECORD
2007
10-6
First place in AFC North
Lost to Jacksonville in wild-card playoff game
2008
12-4, first in AFC North
Defeated Arizona in Super Bowl XLIII
2009
9-7, third in AFC North
Missed playoffs
2010
12-4, first in AFC North
Lost to Green Bay in Super Bowl XLV
2011
12-4, second in AFC North
Lost to Denver in wild-card game
2012
8-8, third in AFC North
Missed playoffs
2013
8-8, second in AFC North
Missed playoffs
2014
11-5, first in AFC North
Lost to Baltimore in wild-card game
2015
10-6, second in AFC North
Lost to Denver in divisional game
2016
11-5, first in AFC North
Lost to New England in championship game
2017
13-3, first in AFC North
Lost to Jacksonville in divisional game
2018
9-6-1, second in AFC North
Missed playoffs
2019
8-8, second in AFC North
Missed playoffs
2020
12-4, first in AFC North
Lost to Cleveland in wild-card game
2021
9-7-1, second in AFC North
Lost to Kansas City in wild-card game
2022
9-8, third in AFC North
Missed playoffs
2023
10-7, third in AFC North
Lost to Buffalo in wild-card game
2024
10-7, second in AFC North
Lost to Baltimore in wild-card game
2025
10-7, first in AFC North
Lost to Houston in wild-card game