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Art Rooney press conference: Steelers owner discusses franchise's future plans after Mike Tomlin resignation
Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney II spoke to the media on Wednesday, January 14. Here is what he said in his first press conference after Mike Tomlin resigned.
Pittsburgh Steelers president Art Rooney II spoke with the media on Wednesday, nearly one day after now-former head coach Mike Tomlin announced that he was stepping down from his position.
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Tomlin, who stepped down Tuesday after leading the Steelers for 19 seasons, followed the firing of Harbaugh after 18 years in charge of the Ravens.
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