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Steelers Eye Young Coach: Shula Leads Candidate List

1/15/2026

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The Pittsburgh Steelers are seeking a new head coach for the first time since 2007.
Chris Shula, the Los Angeles Rams' defensive coordinator, leads with +190 odds.
At 39, he fits the Steelers' preference for a young coach after Mike Tomlin, Bill Cowher, and Chuck Noll.
Other candidates include Brian Flores (+400), Robert Saleh (+700), Curt Cignetti (+750), Jesse Minter (+800), and Vance Joseph (+850).

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Story summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers are seeking a new head coach for the first time since 2007.
Chris Shula, the Los Angeles Rams' defensive coordinator, leads with +190 odds.
At 39, he fits the Steelers' preference for a young coach after Mike Tomlin, Bill Cowher, and Chuck Noll.
Other candidates include Brian Flores (+400), Robert Saleh (+700), Curt Cignetti (+750), Jesse Minter (+800), and Vance Joseph (+850).