NFL: Move the Sticks with Daniel Jeremiah & Bucky Brooks Mike Tomlin Steps Down as Steelers HC + Super Wild Card Weekend Recap
Jan 13, 2026
Mike Tomlin's unexpected departure after 19 years as head coach of the Steelers sparks discussion on potential replacements and the team's need for a franchise quarterback. The hosts dive into Super Wild Card Weekend, highlighting key matchups and standout performances, especially by the star quarterbacks under pressure. They explore the importance of coaching decisions in playoff scenarios and consider potential coaching fits for Pittsburgh. Plus, reaction to the Eagles' changes in their coaching staff adds to the lively discourse.
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Tomlin Exit Signals QB-Centric Rebuild
- Mike Tomlin's 19-year run ended amid unmet playoff expectations despite no losing seasons.
- Daniel Jeremiah says Pittsburgh needs a franchise quarterback to break mediocrity and return to contention.
Steelers' Stability Attracts Defensive Candidates
- Pittsburgh's next hire could follow their long-tenured defensive-coach formula that prioritizes stability.
- Daniel Jeremiah notes the job's appeal: ownership alignment and patience to survive rough stretches.
Hire Patience: Let Coach Build First
- Be patient when hiring a coach if the franchise lacks a quarterback; let a new offensive coach build before adding a QB.
- Rhett Lewis suggests using year one to install culture and pursue the quarterback from a position of strength.