Over the last week, ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Peter Schrager also suggested the possibility of Tomlin taking a TV job. Tomlin is heading into the final year of his current contract, which includes a club option for 2027.

UFC heavyweight Derrick Lewis thanked Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin on social media for his praise.

Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers was asked about Tomlin’s future on Thursday, in which he responded by sharing how he can relate to the position Tomlin is in—always having discussions about what he hasn’t succeeded in order to create speculation. Rodgers spoke in complete support of his current coach.

This season, Rodgers reached several notable milestones while helping the Steelers win their first division title in five years. Pittsburgh captured the AFC North in thrilling fashion thanks, in part, to a vintage performance from Rodgers, who threw the game-winning touchdown pass during the Steelers' Week 18 win over the Baltimore Ravens .

Derrick Lewis' iconic post-fight celebration was borrowed by Pittsburgh Steelers' head coach Mike Tomlin after making the playoffs.