Mike Tomlin, former head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, is joining NBC as a studio analyst for Football Night in America. Social media reactions have been mixed regarding his career shift from coaching to television.
Key points
Mike Tomlin is joining NBC as a studio analyst.
He previously served as head coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Social media reactions to his career shift are mixed.
Football Night in America is the program he will be part of.
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Social media reacts to ex-Steelers HC Mike Tomlin's new job in football
Mike Tomlin is returning to football. But not in the way some would've hoped for, as the former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach is looking make a massive career shift to television ā and social media has been buzzing.
On Tuesday, it was reported that Tomlin was set to join NBC to become a studio analyst for Football Night in America, sources told The Athletic.
One social media user on X pointed out that joining NBC, in comparison to other potential networks, may have been a bad choice.
It's safe to say that this football fan isn't thrilled about Tomlin's new position, taking aim at the former coach's long-worded Tomlinisms.
Love him or hate him, Tomlin has been pure entertainment during media availabilities. And that isn't lost on this social media reaction.
Jan 11, 1998; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers center Dermontti Dawson (63) in action against the Denver Broncos during the 1997 AFC Championship game at Three Rivers Stadium. The Broncos defeated the Steelers 24-21. Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports
Dec 10, 1995; Oakland, CA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Greg Lloyd (95) in action against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Stadium. FILE PHOTO; Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports
Q&A
What is Mike Tomlin's new job in football?
Mike Tomlin is set to join NBC as a studio analyst for Football Night in America.
How has social media reacted to Mike Tomlin's career change?
Social media reactions have been mixed, with some users questioning his choice of NBC over other networks.
Why did Mike Tomlin leave coaching for a television role?
The article does not specify the reasons for Tomlin's departure from coaching, but he is pursuing a new career as a television analyst.
What is Football Night in America?
Football Night in America is a television program that provides coverage and analysis of NFL games, airing on NBC.
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Unknown date; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Rod Woodson (26) in action against the Detroit Lions at Three Rivers Stadium. Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports
Dec 11, 1988; San Diego, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Louis Lipps (83) in action against the San Diego Chargers at Jack Murphy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Brouillet-USA TODAY NETWORK
Dec 30, 1984; San Diego, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Edmund Nelson (64) and Mike Merriweather (57) chase Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) during the 1984 AFC Divisional Playoff Game at Mile High Stadium. The Steelers defeated the Broncos 24-17. Mandatory Credit: MPS-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 26, 1987; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Robin Cole (56) in action against the Cleveland Browns at Three Rivers Stadium. The Browns defeated the Steelers 19-13. Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 1984; Los Angeles, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Los Angeles Raiders defensive end Lyle Alzado (77) tries to get past Pittsburgh Steelers lineman Tunch Ilkin (62) during the AFC Divisional Playoff Game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The Raiders defeated the Steelers 38-10. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 28, 1979; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Mike Webster (52) on the filed against the the Dallas Cowboys at Three Rivers Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports
Unknown date & location, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers receiver John Stallworth (82) in action. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 6, 1985; Miami, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Jack Lambert (58) in action during the 1984 AFC Championship Game against the Miami Dolphins at the Orange Bowl. The Dolphins defeated the Steelers 45-28. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 1975; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Lynn Swann (88) in action during the 1975 season at Three Rivers Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tony Tomsic-USA TODAY NETWORK
Jan 20, 1980; Pasadena, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers safety Donnie Shell (31), cornerback Mel Blount (47), defensive end L.C. Greenwood (68), safety J.T. Thomas (24), and defensive tickle Joe Greene (75) take the field at the start of Super Bowl XIV against the Los Angeles Rams at the Rose Bowl. The Steelers defeated the Rams 31-19. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 30, 1978; Pittsburgh, PA USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Franco Harris (32) in action against the Denver Broncos in the 1978 AFC Divisional Playoff Game at Three Rivers Stadium. The Steelers defeated the Broncos 33-10. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 19 1976; Baltimore, MD, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Dwight White (78) in action against the Baltimore Colts during the AFC Divisional Playoff Game at Memorial Stadium. The Steelers defeated the Colts 40-14. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 28, 1979; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Jack Ham (59) on the filed against the the Dallas Cowboys at Three Rivers Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 1983; Unknown location, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Mel Blount (47) during a 1983 pre-season game. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 2, 1975; Cincinnati, OH, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Terry Bradshaw (12) in action against the Cincinnati Bengals at Riverfront Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 15, 1981; Atlanta, GA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end L.C. Greenwood (68) on the field against the Atlanta Falcons at Fulton County Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 11, 1998; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Pittsburgh Steelers center Dermontti Dawson (63) in action against the Denver Broncos during the 1997 AFC Championship game at Three Rivers Stadium. The Broncos defeated the Steelers 24-21. Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports
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This fan hopes Tomlin will take Aaron Rodgers with him on a one-way ticket out of Pittsburgh.
This social media user on X believes Tomlin may find more success in his new career than he has making in-game adjustments. And he's not necessarily wrong.
