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Mike Tomlin Makes First Public Appearance After Steelers Exit

Owner Art Rooney II says Tomlin plans to step away for family reasons, leaving legacy debates and rumor rebuttals to define the immediate aftermath.

Overview

  • Tomlin was shown on the SEC Network broadcast cheering daughter Harley at Georgia’s gymnastics meet in Athens, his first public sighting since stepping down.
  • Rooney said Tomlin does not anticipate coaching in the near future for family reasons, and reports note the Steelers still hold his contractual coaching rights.
  • Aaron Rodgers is not expected to re-sign with Pittsburgh following Tomlin’s departure, according to NFL Network reporting referenced by Pro Football Rumors.
  • Debate over Tomlin’s résumé escalated as ex-Steeler James Harrison questioned his Hall of Fame case, while Kiya Tomlin emphasized her husband’s mentorship as his true legacy.
  • Fact-checks found no credible evidence for social-media claims alleging an affair, with outlets reporting the rumors are unsubstantiated.