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Critics Question Tomlin's Future Amid Steelers' Playoff Woes

12/1/2025

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Colin Cowherd criticized Mike Tomlin for eight years of playoff shortcomings, arguing teams would not retain him.
He acknowledged the Steelers' 21-season streak without a losing record while crediting Tomlin for its entire span, including three seasons with Bill Cowher.
Tomlin holds the longest streak in NFL history, though Cowherd says its significance has diminished due to recent playoff failures.
The article suggests Steelers ownership should reconsider loyalty to Tomlin in today’s NFL.

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Colin Cowherd criticized Mike Tomlin for eight years of playoff shortcomings, arguing teams would not retain him.
He acknowledged the Steelers' 21-season streak without a losing record while crediting Tomlin for its entire span, including three seasons with Bill Cowher.
Tomlin holds the longest streak in NFL history, though Cowherd says its significance has diminished due to recent playoff failures.
The article suggests Steelers ownership should reconsider loyalty to Tomlin in today’s NFL.