With a contingent of the fanbase frustrated with Tomlin and the Steelers’ most recent collapse over the past four weeks of football, Schefter’s initial report drew some attention on the internet, but even that rumor hinted that these trade calls were one-sided.

“I think there are going to be some teams out there that have watched the way the Pittsburgh Steelers’ season has ended and wonder whether they should call the Steelers to see if they should inquire about whether the Steelers would be willing to move on from Mike Tomlin and move him to another organization,” Schefter originally said on January 5.

Continuing: “I don’t think Pittsburgh will do that. That has not been what they’ve been about. And there’s no indication that they would. But I do think there are teams wondering if they should lob in a call and see if they could stir Pittsburgh’s interest.”

The Steelers signed Tomlin to a three-year contract extension in June of 2024. Since then, it’s been a roller coaster season that began with coach of the year chants and has ended with trade chatter and calls for firings.

With all that in mind, we must remember that the Steelers franchise is one that’s built on consistency and stability. Pittsburgh hasn’t seriously challenged for a Super Bowl in some time, and that’s a problem, but they aren’t known for making rash decisions either.

Tomlin will be the head coach in 2025 — win or lose. No trade will change that.