Fans torn over Mike Tomlin’s 3-year Steelers extension: “3 more years of mediocrity” “I don’t understand the hate”

The Pittsburgh Steelers have extended Mike Tomlin's contract for another three years. Tomlin is already the longest-serving head coach of any franchise active today since he took the position in 2007. However, the NFL fans had mixed reactions to this announcement.

NFL insider Tom Pelissero reported the news of Tomlin's extension till the 2027-28 season on X.

“The #Steelers have signed Mike Tomlin to a three-year contract extension through 2027,” Pelissero tweeted.

Fans are divided in their sentiments about the decision of the Steelers front office. A fan commented on the team’s future:

“3 more years of mediocrity for Pittsburgh”.

Others congratulated Mike Tomlin and could not understand the hate he was receiving.

“Let me be the first to say, well deserved. I don’t understand the hate.”

Many fans celebrated the re-signing of the HC at Acrisure Stadium while calling out the haters.

“LFG MY COACH!” one fan wrote.

“That’s my coach. f*ck off, boomers and Tomlin haters. #herewego,” another Steelers fan wrote.

However, the other fans were also quick to point out the mediocrity that Tomlin would bring to the Steelers in the next three seasons.

“Time to stay mid Steelers fans!” one fan wrote.

“3 more years of being mid,” a fan wrote.

Steelers' performance under Mike Tomlin

Mike Tomlin has put on the coaching cap for the Steelers in 275 games with a record of 173-100-2. Under Tomlin, the Steelers have won the 2009 Super Bowl. They also appeared in two AFC Championship games and seven AFC North Championship games.

However, the Steelers and Tomlin have had a long dry spell. They have managed to head to the playoffs only thrice in the last seven seasons and lost all three. Mike Tomlin's supporters would hope the inclusion of Russell Wilson will change their fortunes this season.

The Steelers will begin their 2024 campaign with a road game against the Atlanta Falcons on September 9.