The Steelers are at a crossroads, with their trade deadline focus forcing them to choose between head coach Mike Tomlin and a better future.
Mike Tomlin is a capable head coach, considered one of the best in the NFL, but he may have outstayed his welcome in Pittsburgh. The Steelers have not won a playoff game in nearly a decade and seem content with mediocre talent, extending Tomlin's streak of never having a losing record.
The Steelers are stuck in football purgatory.
Despite leading the AFC North by 1.5 games at the season's midway point, few believe they are a legitimate threat to make a run in the AFC playoffs. For a franchise with numerous Lombardi Trophies, this is not good enough.
Author's summary: Steelers face a trade deadline dilemma between Tomlin and a better future.