Speculation about Mike Tomlin’s future with the Pittsburgh Steelers has resurfaced, echoing similar discussions from last season.
A split between Tomlin and the Steelers seems nearly impossible, although some NFL teams are reportedly eyeing the potential opportunity to land a veteran coach. Especially considering his early success, leading the team to a Super Bowl victory just two years after taking the helm.
NFL Insider Ian Rapoport recently appeared on “The Dan Patrick Show” and shed some light on the situation.
When asked to complete a hypothetical scenario, “If the Steelers lose against the Ravens…”
Rapoport responded directly: “I don’t think anything will happen to Mike Tomlin.”
“If the Steelers lose against the Ravens, I don’t think anything will happen to Mike Tomlin, but we’ll take another look at the QB position and try to figure it out next season.”@RapSheet pic.twitter.com/toFXyUgdjs
— Dan Patrick Show (@dpshow) January 7, 2025
However, Rapoport suggested that a significant loss to the Baltimore Ravens could prompt the Steelers to reevaluate their quarterback situation for the upcoming season.
Previous predictions pointed to Russell Wilson as a potential solution to Pittsburgh’s offensive struggles, but his late-season performance has raised doubts about that possibility.
This weekend’s wild-card matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens could play a pivotal role in resolving these discussions.
Despite the Steelers’ recent offensive struggles over the last four weeks, this game has the potential to be a major upset.
This matchup presents an interesting paradox. The Steelers’ recent form may suggest a fait accompli, but Lamar Jackson’s historically challenging postseason performance adds an interesting element to the equation.
The Ravens’ quarterbacks have often struggled to maintain their regular-season excellence in playoff situations, opening the door to potential surprises.
next: Colin Cowherd takes a jab at the Steelers after Saturday’s loss.
