Mike Tomlin Vows Redemption: “We’re Not Done — The Steelers Will Rise Again Stronger Than Ever”

PITTSBURGH, PA 

The Pittsburgh Steelers rode a rollercoaster in 2024. Finishing 10–7, they placed third in the AFC North. But when the playoff door seemed all but closed, the Steelers clawed their way back with three straight wins to close the season, snatching the final AFC Wild Card spot as the No. 7 seed.

There were flashes of brilliance: a commanding 37–15 victory over the New York Jets in Week 7, and a thrilling 44–38 shootout win against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 13. Still, the reality was harsh. Against the division’s powerhouse Ravens, Pittsburgh struggled, falling 34–17 in Week 16 and once again in the Wild Card round.

On January 11, 2025, the Steelers faced their bitter rivals in Baltimore for a Wild Card showdown. The result was all too familiar. The defense held firm as long as it could, but the offense sputtered, and the game slipped away in a 28–14 defeat. Pittsburgh’s playoff run ended before it ever truly began.

If the offense couldn’t ignite, the defense carried the torch. Elandon Roberts led the charge with 101 tackles, while Leonard Floyd delivered 10.5 sacks, embodying the team’s steel-clad identity. That defensive core kept Pittsburgh competitive, even as the offense lagged behind.

The 2024 Steelers weren’t a tale of glory, but of survival, grit, and the unbreakable will of a franchise that refuses to bow. Mike Tomlin once again dragged his team into the postseason, extending his legacy of never having a losing season.

“We’re not done. This city, this team, this family — we will rise again stronger than ever.” — Mike Tomlin

For Steelers Nation, the early playoff exit stings. But the heart of Pittsburgh still beats iron-strong, waiting for the next chance to turn survival into triumph.