As the 2023 NFL season nears its stretch run, the Steelers’ recent slump has led to chatter regarding longtime coach Mike Tomlin becoming a candidate for the dreaded hot seat.
Pittsburgh’s 21–18 prime-time loss to the lowly Patriots (2–10) on Thursday added to the mounting questions, as the Steelers (7–6) lost their fourth game in seven weeks, including two straight to sub-.500 teams. Despite the surging criticism, Tomlin still appears to be in Pittsburgh’s future plans in the eyes of one NFL insider.
Appearing on Friday’s episode of The Rich Eisen Show, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero expressed his strong disbelief in the idea of Pittsburgh moving on from Tomlin, citing his level of influence and how “historically patient” team brass has been as key factors.