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Steelers’ Mike McCarthy named one of best new coaches

After just over one-third in the NFL’s 2026 regular season, we’ve gotten a good look at the whopping 10 new head coaching hires across the league this year. And according to CBS Sports’ Garrett Podell, the Steelers’ hire of Mike…

By Ryland Bickley · Behind the Steel Curtain

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

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CBS Sports ranked Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy fourth among the NFL's 10 new coaching hires with a B- grade.
McCarthy has led Pittsburgh to a 4-2 start, tied for the second-most wins among new head coaches.
The Steelers' offense improved to average 28.5 points per game since Week 3 after struggling early in the season.

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CBS Sports writer Garrett Podell ranked Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy fourth with a B- grade among the NFL's 10 new coaching hires in 2026. The Steelers currently hold a 4-2 record following an overtime comeback win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, showing significant offensive improvement by averaging 28.5 points per game since Week 3.

Despite his high overall ranking, McCarthy sits lowest among the three newly hired AFC North coaches, trailing Todd Monken and Jesse Minter. At 62, McCarthy remains the division's most experienced coach, boasting 18 prior NFL seasons.

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