Mike McCarthy Feels The Pride — And Responsibility — Of Coaching Hometown Steelers

Pittsburgh native Mike McCarthy is back as the Steelers' head coach — a bucket‑list homecoming for the "Yinzer" who grew up near the old Three Rivers Stadium.
His hiring was emotional and family‑centered — he interviewed on the anniversary of his brother’s death, had pizza with relatives afterward, and many family members were at his intro.
McCarthy now faces pressure to keep Pittsburgh's long streak without a losing season and chase another Super Bowl — and he’ll be reunited with quarterback Aaron Rodgers.