This. Tomlin outperforms low expectation based on his roster, MM underperforms high expectations based on his roster. Nevertheless, Windys correct in that to the extent that Tomlin is responsible for the roster he bears a measure of responsibility for its composition.
Why the double standard?
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In view of the fact that Mike Tomlin has matched Cowhers record I give him the designation:
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You are saying that the media (who vote on the award) slobber all over him. And that he gets all of this praise showering down on him from the heavens.
But if your narrative is correct, how come his supposed sycophants in the media never gave him coach of the year?
Again...I think national media guys are super lazy and always have the story that's the path of least resistance for him. And given that we don't have bad seasons and always seem to be at least competing for a playoff spot, it's just the super easy thing they can always say about the Steelers.Comment
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Tomlin comes across as coach cool. MM does not. That's it. That's why the difference in the media treatment. Doesn't have anything to do with any huge difference in coaching ability/performance, IMO.
This shouldn't be surprising. How often have we seen the same kind of thing in the media when it comes to business people, performers, politicians, etc.? It's really a bunch of crap, but I don't expect it to change anytime soon.Comment
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In 2008 it went to Mike Smith, who turned the 4-12 Falcons into 11-5.
2010 Went to Belichick.
2020 he had it sewn up after 11 games and then they collapsed.
Same with 2019 after 13 games.
Same with this year after 13 games.
Same with 2023 until the three straight horrible losses.
Gotta finish.
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I just explained why. When has he deserved it?
In 2008 it went to Mike Smith, who turned the 4-12 Falcons into 11-5.
2010 Went to Belichick.
2020 he had it sewn up after 11 games and then they collapsed.
Same with 2019 after 13 games.
Same with this year after 13 games.
Same with 2023 until the three straight horrible losses.
Gotta finish.
Why not give him an award he doesn't deserve for kind of "lifetime achievement"?
They did it for Garrett last year.Comment
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Tomlin comes across as coach cool. MM does not. That's it. That's why the difference in the media treatment. Doesn't have anything to do with any huge difference in coaching ability/performance, IMO.
This shouldn't be surprising. How often have we seen the same kind of thing in the media when it comes to business people, performers, politicians, etc.? It's really a bunch of crap, but I don't expect it to change anytime soon.
Name any other Steeler coach who was talked about nationally when it comes to firing head coaches after a bad season?
You only have 3 to choose from in the SB era. That alone should tell you why the media doesn’t talk about Tomlin the way they talk about almost every other HC who has a few disappointing seasons.
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Nope. Its simply because Tomlin was hired by the Steelers.
Name any other Steeler coach who was talked about nationally when it comes to firing head coaches after a bad season?
You only have 3 to choose from in the SB era. That alone should tell you why the media doesn’t talk about Tomlin the way they talk about almost every other HC who has a few disappointing seasons.
They would be crazy to, not fans are crazy to think they will given the history.
You seem to be missing that obvious difference.Comment
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That’s different than actively calling for his firing, which would bring backlash.
Better to just keep quiet, instead plenty have to get out in front daring people to call for his firing.Comment
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if its the idea of firing Tomlin then there is no double standard as you suggested.
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I just explained why. When has he deserved it?
In 2008 it went to Mike Smith, who turned the 4-12 Falcons into 11-5.
2010 Went to Belichick.
2020 he had it sewn up after 11 games and then they collapsed.
Same with 2019 after 13 games.
Same with this year after 13 games.
Same with 2023 until the three straight horrible losses.
Gotta finish.
the award is silly. It rarely goes to the “best” coach, it usually goes to the coach with the best turnaround or best storyline.
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Conversely, the Pittsburgh media, which is much closer to the situation, mostly think it’s time and they also know he has a large hand in roster building.
The national coverage of Tomlin is seen through the lens of political correctness.Comment
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Nope. Its simply because Tomlin was hired by the Steelers.
Name any other Steeler coach who was talked about nationally when it comes to firing head coaches after a bad season?
You only have 3 to choose from in the SB era. That alone should tell you why the media doesn’t talk about Tomlin the way they talk about almost every other HC who has a few disappointing seasons.
I think that if Tomlin had been HC of the Cowboys and MM had been HC the Steelers, it would still be the case that you would see media favoritism for Tomlin but not McCarthy. And that difference would be mainly because of the perception of the two men's personalities. I can't count the number of times I've heard some media head gush over a Tomlin answer in a press conference... they love him, sometimes, they even seem awe-struck, because of the way he handles/expresses himself in communicating, in dealing with them. I don't think I've ever heard them doing the same for McCarthy.
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