Overview
- On his podcast, Ben Roethlisberger said a mutual separation could benefit both Mike Tomlin and the Steelers and specifically cautioned against firing him.
- Roethlisberger floated Penn State as a potential landing spot for Tomlin, framing it as his opinion rather than a report of interest.
- Former linebacker James Harrison criticized Tomlin’s effectiveness, saying he never viewed him as a great coach as the team’s play has sagged.
- Tomlin acknowledged the boos and chants by saying he shares fans’ frustrations and that winning is the entertainment standard in Pittsburgh.
- Tomlin remains under contract through 2027, the franchise has had only three head coaches since 1969, and the outcome of upcoming games — starting with Baltimore — could shape any discussion of change.