Steelers Introduce Mike McCarthy As Their 17th Head Coach In Team History

The Steelers made it official on Tuesday, introducing Mike McCarthy as their 17th head coach in team history. McCarthy becomes only the fourth head coach hired by the Steelers since 1969. “I am pleased to announce the hiring of Mike McCarthy as our next head coach,” said Steelers President Art Rooney II. “Mike brings a proven track record of success, championship experience, and a deep understanding of what it takes to build and sustain a winning culture in the National Football League. McCarthy, who is a Pittsburgh native, has a 174-112-2 (.608) overall coaching record and has the fourth-most wins among active NFL coaches and 15th most in NFL history. McCarthy replaces long-time coach Mike Tomlin, who announced his plans to step down after the Steelers 30-6 wild card playoff loss to the Houston Texans on January 13th.