Coaching Changes
Steelers request interviews with five coaching candidates, sign 13 offseason players
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One day after Mike Tomlin's resignation as head coach following 19 seasons, the Pittsburgh Steelers requested interviews with five defensive coordinators and pass game specialists while signing 13 players to reserve/future contracts. Owner Art Rooney II's press conference confirmed an open-minded, weeks-long search—for full details, see prior coverage in this series.
Örebro Hockey is under pressure following a loss to HV71. Coach Niklas Eriksson acknowledges the seriousness, stating he prepared early for a tough season. Meanwhile, sports director Henrik Löwdahl denies rumors of a new coach but confirms interest in Peter Andersson for another position.
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The Baltimore Ravens fired head coach John Harbaugh after 18 seasons, capped by a Super Bowl victory and 180 regular-season wins. The decision followed a 26-24 Week 18 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers—marked by a missed 44-yard field goal—eliminating Baltimore from the playoffs for the first time since 2021. Harbaugh's agent reported interest from seven NFL teams within 45 minutes of the announcement.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin faces growing scrutiny after a 26-7 loss to the Buffalo Bills dropped the team to 6-6. Former quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and ex-offensive coordinator Bruce Arians have suggested it's time for Tomlin to part ways with the organization for a fresh start. Tomlin acknowledged fans' frustrations but expressed confidence in turning things around.
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The Washington Capitals have officially named Patrick Wellar as an assistant coach, focusing on the team's defensemen. Wellar, a former Capitals draft pick and two-time Calder Cup champion with the Hershey Bears, had been serving in the role on an interim basis since September. The Hershey Bears simultaneously appointed Brent Thompson as their assistant coach.