Pittsburgh Steelers enter new era under coach Mike McCarthy

The Pittsburgh Steelers are entering a new era following the departure of longtime head coach Mike Tomlin. Former Super Bowl-winning coach Mike McCarthy has taken over the position, facing high expectations to return the franchise to playoff success after a postseason loss to Houston in the AFC Wild Card round.

The roster features veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who is entering what is described as his final season. While the coaching staff has been largely replaced, the team has made subtle adjustments to the offensive line, while the defense remains largely intact despite some aging players.

Betting markets reflect a period of transition for the team. For the upcoming season, the Steelers have a regular season win total set at 8.5. Futures markets indicate a 15% to 18% implied probability of winning the AFC North, while odds for making the playoffs sit between +140 and +160.