Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles didn’t dismiss the idea that he would attempt to trade for a head coach this offseason. Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell and Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin were the top names on the potential trade market.

The Pittsburgh Steelers' latest disappointing postseason run with Mike Tomlin sparked some questions about whether the franchise should trade the accomplished coach.

After attempting to negotiate with the Pittsburgh Steelers to try to hire Mike Tomlin, the Chicago Bears interviewed another candidate to fill the head coaching position for the 2025 NFL season. Chicago Bears are among the franchises searching for a head coach for the 2025 NFL season following the firing of Matt Eberflus.

The Steelers reportedly rejected trade talks with the Bears and one other team that involved Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin.

Just days after Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin reiterated his plans to remain in Pittsburgh, the longtime Steelers coach is still receiving interest. The Chicago Bears and at least one other team have contacted the Steelers about Tomlin’s availability in a trade,

Mike Tomlin will return as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, despite going one-and-done in the playoffs for the fourth time in five years. That hasn't stopped at least two other NFL teams from exploring a trade for the former Super Bowl champion,