Aaron Rodgers, Mike Tomlin tackle questions on futures after ugly 30-6 playoff loss

The Pittsburgh Steelers face an uncertain offseason following a 30-6 wild-card loss to the Houston Texans, marking the team's seventh consecutive postseason defeat. Key questions surround the futures of quarterback Aaron Rodgers and head coach Mike Tomlin. Rodgers, who joined the Steelers for the 2025 season, had previously suggested it might be his last, but has not made a definitive decision. The game was statistically the worst postseason performance of his career, with Rodgers completing 17 of 33 passes for 146 yards, one interception, and a 50.8 passer rating.

Despite speculation, Tomlin, who has been with the Steelers for 19 seasons, has not disclosed his intentions regarding next season. His tenure, the longest among current NFL coaches, has been under scrutiny during a season that saw Pittsburgh rally to win the AFC North with a 10-7 record.

In the wild-card matchup, the Texans capitalized on Pittsburgh's offensive struggles, scoring 23 points in the fourth quarter, including defensive