The Pittsburgh Steelers, known for their stability and success, have secured their head coach, Mike Tomlin, for the long term. In an announcement made on Monday, the franchise revealed that they have signed Tomlin to a three-year contract extension, keeping him with the team until at least the 2027 season.

Tomlin's leadership and dedication to the Steelers have played a pivotal role in the team's accomplishments over the past 17 years. Steelers President Art Rooney II expressed confidence in Tomlin's ability to lead the team to further success in his statement. The contract extension reflects the organization's belief in Tomlin's capability to guide the team to winning playoff games and championships while upholding their tradition of excellence.

Under Tomlin's guidance, the Steelers clinched victory in Super Bowl XLIII in 2009, making him the youngest head coach at the time to win a Super Bowl. With a remarkable record of 173-100-2 during his tenure, Tomlin has set the NFL record for never registering a losing season in 17 straight years.

In his statement, Tomlin expressed his appreciation for the contract extension and thanked Art Rooney II for his support over the past 17 years. Tomlin also conveyed his enthusiasm for the upcoming 2024 season and his commitment to delivering a memorable year for the fans.

Speculation had been building regarding Tomlin's future with the team, but earlier this year, the 52-year-old coach made it clear that he would be returning to Pittsburgh in 2024. The contract extension, therefore, comes as no surprise.

Despite facing challenges in the post-Ben Roethlisberger era, including a recent four-game playoff losing streak, Steelers owner Art Rooney II has consistently expressed faith in Tomlin's leadership. Rooney emphasized Tomlin's ability to motivate and guide young players throughout the season, highlighting his crucial role in keeping the team focused and determined.

Tomlin's accomplishments as the Steelers' head coach are impressive. He is now just 21 wins away from surpassing the legendary Chuck Noll's 193 victories, currently trailing him in games coached and won for the team. Tomlin has led the Steelers to seven AFC North titles, secured playoff berths in 11 out of his 17 seasons, and has made two Super Bowl appearances.

With the contract extension, the Steelers have solidified their commitment to Tomlin and are confident that he will continue to lead the team towards their ultimate goal of winning the franchise's seventh Lombardi Trophy. As the longest-tenured head coach in the NFL, Tomlin's presence on the Steelers' sideline ensures stability and a continued pursuit of success for years to come.