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U mad, bro?: Steelers fans express wide range of heated emotions after Mike Tomlin’s resignation
NFL coaching changes are never easy. They bring out a lot of acrimony and frustration. Especially when you only do them every two decades or so. That is the case with the Pittsburgh Steelers and their fans in the wake of Mike Tomlin’s resignation last week.
The reaction from Steelers players was shock after learning that coach Mike Tomlin stepped down on Tuesday, less than one day after a season-ending 30-6 loss to the Texans in the AFC wild-card round.
The Pittsburgh Steelers and head coach Mike Tomlin have never been more at a cross roads than now, especially if the team were to lose to the Baltimore Ravens. Yet, it certainly does not appear the Steelers have any plans on moving on from Tomlin.
In a statement, the coach said it was "an absolute honor" to coach the team, and he thanked Steelers Nation for their support