Chicago Bears Make Bold Move, Reach Out to Steelers for Head Coach Mike Tomlin

NFL – Chicago Bears Target Mike Tomlin for Head Coach in 2025 Season

The NFL coaching landscape is buzzing, especially in the Windy City. As the Chicago Bears gear up for the offseason, all eyes are on the veteran coach Mike Tomlin—currently at the helm of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Following the Steelers’ recent playoff exit at the hands of the Baltimore Ravens, speculation about Tomlin’s future has ignited. While Tomlin has urged interested teams to “not waste their time,” the Bears are undeterred in their pursuit.

The Bears recently called the Steelers to see if they would be allowed to talk to and potentially try to trade for longtime head coach Mike Tomlin, only to have Pittsburgh rebuff their inquiry, league sources told ESPN.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 18, 2025

Despite Tomlin’s clear stance, the Chicago Bears are making noise. With the franchise searching for a head coach for the upcoming season, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the Bears reached out to the Steelers for permission to speak with Tomlin. Unfortunately for Chicago, the inquiry was firmly shut down.

Pittsburgh Steelers Respond: Tomlin Stays Put

The response was clear: Pittsburgh isn’t ready to part ways with their beloved leader. Mike Tomlin will continue his journey with the Steelers, entering his 19th season as head coach. The team is hoping he can replicate the success of the past regular seasons in the upcoming campaign.

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