After 17 years, Coach Mike Tomlin signed a three-year extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Rumors swirled as Tomlin entered the final yr of his contract that each side may need a mutual break up. It was a terrific choice by each side to keep away from distractions as they navigate this subsequent season with Quarterback Russell Wilson.
“I’m appreciative of this contract extension and grateful for [team president] Artwork Rooney II for his assist throughout my first 17 years in Pittsburgh,” stated the Hampton native. “We’re persevering with to work diligently to get again to the place we belong: sustained playoff success with the final word purpose of profitable the franchise’s seventh Lombardi Trophy.”
Tomlin is second in energetic wins with 173 regular-season victories, solely behind Kansas Metropolis Chiefs Coach Andy Reid. With 11 playoff appearances and a Tremendous Bowl championship underneath his belt, Tomlin has confirmed his price. Because the third coach within the final 55 years, the Rooney household’s loyalty is obvious of their dedication to him.
“Mike Tomlin’s management and dedication to the Steelers have been pivotal to our success throughout his first 17 years as head coach,” Rooney stated in an announcement.
After a 10-7 end to the season, whereas coping with quarterback controversy all yr, it was evident that Tomlin garnered success and deserved to maintain teaching in Pittsburgh if he needed to.
