Who is replacing Mike Tomlin as the Steelers coach?

While no official replacement has been named, Indiana Hoosiers coach Curt Cignetti has been suggested as a potential successor by ESPN's Marcus Spears.

How long was Mike Tomlin the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers?

Mike Tomlin coached the Pittsburgh Steelers for 19 seasons, from 2007 until his departure announced on Tuesday.

What is Curt Cignetti's current coaching situation?

Curt Cignetti recently signed an eight-year contract extension with Indiana University and has led them to a national championship appearance.

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Steelers Coaching Search Begins: Cignetti Rumored Successor?

14 Jan

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Summary

Mike Tomlin departs Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons on Tuesday.
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti is rumored as a potential successor.
ESPN's Marcus Spears supports Cignetti's personality for Pittsburgh.

Steelers Coaching Search Begins: Cignetti Rumored Successor?

The Pittsburgh Steelers are embarking on a search for a new head coach following Mike Tomlin's announcement of his departure after 19 seasons. Tomlin's exit comes in the immediate aftermath of a significant playoff defeat.

ESPN analyst Marcus Spears has proposed Curt Cignetti, currently the head coach of the Indiana Hoosiers, as a strong candidate to replace Tomlin. Spears highlighted Cignetti's personality and his proven success at a less-heralded college program as factors that would make him an attractive hire for the Steelers.

Despite Cignetti recently signing an eight-year, $93 million contract extension with Indiana and leading the team to a national championship game, speculation about his move to Pittsburgh has been met with skepticism by some college football insiders. Concerns include the significant cost to acquire him and his stated intentions to retire at Indiana.