Steelers head coach interview tracker: Latest reports, rumors, news

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The hunt for the next head coach is on the Steel City, as the Pittsburgh Steelers are leaving no stone unturned in the search for Mike Tomlin's replacement.

Several big time head coaching candidates, such as John Harbaugh and Kevin Stefanski, are reportedly set to join new teams — but several prominent and capable coaches are still deserving of Pittsburgh's attention.

Our Steelers Wire head coach interview tracker will keep you updated on the latest speculation, reports, and news surrounding the effort to replace Tomlin.

Steelers to speak with former Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy​

Steelers are expected to speak with former Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy about their head coach vacancy. McCarthy is from Pittsburgh, and worked with Steelers GM Omar Khan in New Orleans in 2000. pic.twitter.com/mR3nOMxWCA

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 18, 2026

Steelers request interview with 49ers OC Klay Kubiak​

The Steelers have put in a request to interview San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak for their head coach position, per sources

— Gerry Dulac (@gerrydulac) January 15, 2026

Steelers request interview with Packers DC Jeff Hafley​

The #Steelers have requested to interview #Packers DC Jeff Hafley for their vacant HC interview, one of his many requests.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 15, 2026

Steelers show interest in Panthers DC Ejiro Evero​

The #Steelers have requested to speak with #Panthers DC Ejiro Evero for their open head coaching job, source said. Another strong defensive voice.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 15, 2026

Steelers request interview with Dolphins DC Anthony Weaver​

Steelers request to interview Brian Flores, Jesse Minter, Nate Scheelhaase, Chris Shula, Anthony Weaver for vacant HC position, per @TomPelisserohttps://t.co/SDcBRaezXVpic.twitter.com/K2yjG8y80R

— Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) January 14, 2026

Steelers request interview with Chargers DC Jesse Minter​

The Steelers requested an interview with Chargers DC Jesse Minter for their head coaching job, per source.

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) January 14, 2026

Steelers request interview with Vikings DC Brian Flores​

Steelers now have requested a head coach interview with Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, per sources.

Flores is in Washington today, interviewing for the Commanders DC job. Steelers HC interview is expected next. pic.twitter.com/3MOtRLQGDq

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 14, 2026

Steelers request interview with Rams DC Chris Shula​

Make it a pair of Rams coordinators for the Steelers, who also have requested a head coach interview with LA’s defensive coordinator Chris Shula, per source. https://t.co/CffXiwCmMk

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 14, 2026

Steelers request interview with Rams passing game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase​

The Pittsburgh Steelers first known head coach interview request is for Rams passing game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase, per source. Baltimore, Cleveland and Las Vegas also have requested interviews with him during this hiring cycle. pic.twitter.com/UTvxJP7Ck1

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 14, 2026

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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers HC interview tracker: Who will succeed Mike Tomlin?

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