Steelers Finalize Mike McCarthy's First Coaching Staff

The Pittsburgh Steelers have finalized the first coaching staff of Mike McCarthy, with 21 coaches on the staff for 2026.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have finalized Mike McCarthy's first coaching staff with the team, the club announced on Thursday. The 21-member staff includes several coaches with previous ties to McCarthy, including Brian Angelichio, Frank Cignetti Jr., James Campen, and Joe Whitt Jr. The Steelers have also hired several new coaches, including Adam Henry, Robert Kugler, and Domata Peko.

Why it matters

The hiring of McCarthy's first coaching staff is a significant step in the Steelers' transition to a new era, as the team looks to build on its success under former head coach Mike Tomlin. The staff includes a mix of experienced NFL coaches and up-and-coming assistants, which could help the Steelers maintain their competitive edge in the AFC North.

The details

The Steelers' new coaching staff includes several coaches with previous ties to McCarthy, including Brian Angelichio, who coached with McCarthy in Green Bay and Pittsburgh, and Frank Cignetti Jr., who was McCarthy's quarterbacks coach in Green Bay. The team has also brought in several new coaches, including Adam Henry from the Buffalo Bills, Robert Kugler from the New England Patriots, and Domata Peko, a former NFL defensive lineman. The staff also includes several coaches who have worked with McCarthy in the past, such as James Campen and Joe Whitt Jr.

  • The Steelers announced the finalized coaching staff on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Mike McCarthy

The new head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, who previously served as the head coach of the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys.

Brian Angelichio

The Steelers' new tight ends coach, who previously coached with McCarthy in Green Bay and Pittsburgh.

Frank Cignetti Jr.

The Steelers' new offensive coordinator, who previously served as McCarthy's quarterbacks coach in Green Bay.

James Campen

The Steelers' new offensive line coach, who has worked with McCarthy since 2006 in Green Bay and other NFL teams.

Joe Whitt Jr.

The Steelers' new assistant head coach and secondary coach, who worked with McCarthy for 11 years in Green Bay.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Steelers will continue to finalize their roster and prepare for the upcoming 2026 NFL season under the leadership of new head coach Mike McCarthy and his newly assembled coaching staff.

The takeaway

The Steelers' hiring of Mike McCarthy's first coaching staff represents a significant shift in the team's leadership and direction, as they look to build on their past success and maintain their status as one of the NFL's premier franchises.