Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is expected to be a hot commodity for TV networks this NFL offseason.
Tomlin officially stepped down from his role with the Steelers after 19 years of excellence. He finished his stint in Pittsburgh with a Super Bowl title, 13 playoff appearances and an overall record of 193-114-2. Although he's been fairly quiet about his future, it sure seems like he's getting ready to become a broadcaster.
Front Office Sports reported this week that Tomlin signed with sports media agents Sandy Montag and Alex Flanagan. As for where he'll begin his career in sports media, there are two suitors emerging for his services.
Andrew Marchand of The Athletic previously reported that FOX was the "favorite" to land Tomlin this offseason. Well, that's no longer the case.
"Mike Tomlin, I would say NBC may have moved ahead of FOX," Marchand said, via Awful Announcing. "I'm not saying that's definite, that anything's definitely going to happen. But I think NBC might have, might might might, have the inside track over FOX if he does it."
Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin before an AFC Wild Card Round game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images © Barry Reeger-Imagn Images.
NBC needs to replace Tony Dungy.
Even though Tony Dungy has been part of NBC's coverage for the past 17 seasons, he was informed that he won't be returning to "Football Night in America" for the 2026 season.
"I have been informed by NBC that I won't be back with FNIA this fall and it has given me time to reflect and also to look ahead. It's disappointing news but I want to thank my NBC family for making the last 17 years so special. I'll have lasting memories of my time there, especially with Rodney Harrison who has become a tremendous friend," Dungy said. "God has always directed me in these moments and while I'm not sure what the next step will be for me-whether it will be in football, in broadcasting, or getting more involved in church and community outreach -I know God has plans for my life and I can't wait see them unfold."
If NBC wants to add some serious firepower to its crew, hiring Tomlin would do the trick.
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