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Mike Tomlin Makes First Public Remarks Since Stepping Down From Steelers

His brief gala speech expressed gratitude, offering no new details on his departure or future.

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin walks off the field after his team fell 30-6 to the Houston Texans during the NFL Wild Card game at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 12, 2026.
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Overview

  • Tomlin resurfaced Thursday at The Ireland Funds Pittsburgh Gala, where he and his wife, Kiya, received the Patricia R. Rooney Community Impact Award.
  • In a short acceptance speech, he thanked Pittsburgh and the Steelers, saying their experience was "a long and really good time."
  • He did not explain his decision to leave or outline next steps and did not take questions at the event.
  • Reporting has described him keeping a low public profile since January, focusing on family and health rather than immediate media or coaching opportunities.
  • Pittsburgh has moved on with Mike McCarthy as head coach after Tomlin’s Jan. 13 resignation ended a 19-season tenure that included no losing campaigns but a nine-season playoff-win drought.