Mike Tomlin’s parting message to Texans coach in final Steelers game

Mike Tomlin offered a heartfelt parting message to DeMeco Ryans on Monday night after coaching what would be his final game for the Steelers.

Moments after Houston punched its ticket to the divisional round with a 30-6 road victory over Pittsburgh, Tomlin approached the Texans coach midfield at Acrisure Stadium to congratulate him.

“Great job, brotha, man. All the best, man. Go do it,” Tomlin said in a mic’d up moment captured by “Inside the NFL.”

Hours after that interaction, Tomlin resigned from his position after 19 seasons at the helm.

“After much thought and reflection, I have decided to step down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers,” he said in a statement Tuesday.

“This organization has been a huge part of my life for many years, and it has been an absolute honor to lead this team. I am deeply grateful to Art Rooney II and the late Ambassador Rooney for their trust and support. I am also thankful to the players who gave everything they had every day, and to the coaches and staff whose commitment and dedication made this journey so meaningful.”