Robert Kugler Departs Patriots to Join Steelers Coaching Staff

Robert Kugler, who served as an assistant offensive line coach for the New England Patriots for two seasons, has been named the new tight ends coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers under head coach Mike McCarthy. This marks the first known coaching staff departure for the Patriots. Kugler was retained by Mike Vrabel in 2025, contributing to a Patriots offense that ranked third in total offense, though quarterback Drake Maye faced significant pressure with 48 regular-season sacks.