Steelers are expected to speak with former Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy about their head coach vacancy
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The Pittsburgh Steelers are in rare air as they search for their next head coach. Longtime Head Coach Mike Tomlin has decided it is time to step away after 19 seasons leading the franchise. The Steelers have had only three head coaches since 1969, and now Team President Art Rooney II is tasked with finding the next leader of this respected and storied organization. Pittsburgh has been busy sending out interview requests to a number of exciting candidates.
The Steelers have prioritized a defensive mindset in this search, but they are also considering offensive-minded candidates, including Los Angeles Rams passing game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase. He is a young and intriguing option, with some already calling him the next Sean McVay. That comparison has energized Steeler Nation.
On Sunday, NFL insider Adam Schefter reported that the Steelers are expected to interview former Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers Head Coach Mike McCarthy. McCarthy also brings strong ties to the Steel City, including a professional connection with General Manager Omar Khan.
With the news that Steelers players are hopeful Aaron Rodgers may stay, those hopes previously seemed unlikely. However, this development could change that, as McCarthy coached Rodgers for several seasons and led the Packers to a Super Bowl victory over the Steelers.
