Steelers have many good options - and eventually have to pick one
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Key Points:
- The Pittsburgh Steelers are conducting their first head coaching search in 19 years, with a strong pool of candidates including coordinators from various NFL teams and former head coach Mike McCarthy.
- Historically, the Steelers have hired defensive coordinators with no prior head coaching experience, such as Chuck Noll, Bill Cowher, and Mike Tomlin, but the evolving offensive nature of the NFL may influence a shift toward offensive-minded candidates.
- The team's offensive struggles since Ben Roethlisberger's retirement highlight the need for a coach capable of developing or acquiring a franchise quarterback, making offensive expertise a key consideration.
- Age and tenure potential are factors, as previous Steelers coaches were hired in their 30s and stayed long-term, whereas Mike
