{
  "id": 20138322,
  "title": "‘Mike Tomlin Is Not Coaching Again’ — NFL Fans React As Steelers Legend Says Mason Rudolph ‘Had a Punchable Face’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/mike-tomlin-is-not-coaching-again-nfl-fans-react-as-steelers-legend",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-15T07:36:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mike-tomlin-not-coaching-again-073623853.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is no longer coaching the team, and his latest comments about Mason Rudolph have sparked a wave of reactions from NFL fans. During an appearance on Cameron Heyward’s “Not Just Football” podcast, Tomlin admitted that Rudolph had a \"punchable face,\" a remark that many found rather controversial. The statement made during a discussion about the infamous 2019 altercation between Myles Garrett and Rudolph quickly gained traction among fans. While Tomlin acknowledged Rudolph’s likability, his choice of words led to a barrage of criticism from fans. Some fans questioned why Tomlin chose to side with Garrett over his former quarterback, while others simply found the comment rude. Despite the backlash, it’s worth noting that Rudolph remains a vital part of the Steelers’ roster as a veteran backup. Meanwhile, Garrett has moved on to the Los Angeles Rams, where he has already made a significant impact, including recording three sacks and forcing a fumble in his first game back against the Washington Commanders.",
  "summary": "Mike Tomlin isn’t holding back now that he is no longer coaching the Pittsburgh Steelers. During an appearance on Cameron Heyward’s “Not Just Football” podcast, the former coach looked back on the infamous 2019 clash between Myles Garrett and Mason Rudolph and made a bold statement.",
  "key_points": [
    "Mike Tomlin no longer coaches Steelers.",
    "Mason Rudolph described as having a \"punchable face\".",
    "Tomlin’s comment sparked NFL fan backlash."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Tomlin's blunt assessment of his former quarterback shifts the narrative surrounding the 2019 altercation, fueling fan debate over player loyalty and the professional boundaries of coaching commentary.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}