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Candidates on Steelers' radar, and what's next for Mike Tomlin: Answering key questions

Who could replace the head coach, how does this impact Aaron Rodgers and the QB position, and more questions.

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REACTION TO TOMLIN'S EXIT

Stephen A. not surprised by Mike Tomlin stepping down

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McAfee wonders who replaces Mike Tomlin in Pittsburgh

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COACHING CAROUSEL

Nine open NFL coaching jobs, nine predicted hires: Who will land in Baltimore, Pittsburgh, New York?

Could three coaches who were just fired immediately find new NFL teams? With interviews taking place this week, we projected candidates to fill open jobs.

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Can the Giants land John Harbaugh?

There is mutual interest between Harbaugh and the Giants, according to sources aware of the situation.

FINAL FOUR IN THE AFC

What should Patriots do to secure a win over Texans in AFC Divisional?

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Stephen A.: Season for Bills, Josh Allen ends Saturday night

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THE RESURGENCE OF VANCE JOSEPH

How the former Broncos head coach has keyed one of the NFL's top defenses

Vance Joseph's return to Denver after an inauspicious head coaching stint raised eyebrows, but his D-coordinator work has again made him a hot head coaching candidate.

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TUESDAY TAKES

Stephen A.: It's time for Aaron Rodgers to retire

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Stephen A.'s message to Ben Johnson about Matt LaFleur beef

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AROUND THE LEAGUE

Our early primer for the divisional round matchups: How every team could win next weekend

Let's preview the divisional round matchups. How can each team win next weekend and advance? Here's what to know.

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NFL NATION

How Davante Adams broke through in L.A. after failing to do so with Raiders, Jets

Adams said he went into free agency looking for a situation where he could win, now he's just three games away from that goal.

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Lions confronting a lost 2025: 'If we're not in the dance ... it's a failure'

After a stunning playoff miss, Detroit believes the pain of 2025 could sharpen its push in 2026 and beyond.

Why Bears QB Caleb Williams choked up while saluting Ben Johnson

Williams got emotional giving Johnson the game ball after the Bears' win over the Packers. Here's why.

NEXT SEASON STARTS NOW

Offseason guide for eliminated NFL teams: Key free agents, draft outlook, priorities and predictions

The NFL offseason has arrived for 24 teams. What must each do to have a better season in 2026? We have outlooks, early buzz and predictions.

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What now for five losing teams from wild-card weekend?

Offensive changes for the Eagles? Retooling needed for the Packers? Let's size up why five teams are out.

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