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Mike Tomlin’s statement about his team is generating buzz in the football community

Mike Tomlin's Hot Dog Quote About Team Is Going Viral


PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 12: Head coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on during the fourth quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Acrisure Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
(Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)

 

Mike Tomlin’s unique approach to team management once again captured attention following the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 13-6 victory over the Denver Broncos in Week 2.

Quarterback Justin Fields revealed that Tomlin had awarded Russell Wilson a “petty game ball” for defeating his former team, a practice that has reportedly been a longstanding tradition for the Steelers’ head coach.

However, when he was recently pressed about this custom during a recent press conference, Tomlin skillfully deflected and opted to keep the details within the team’s inner circle.

His response quickly gained traction among fans as it was peppered with an intriguing analogy.

“It is just certain things as a leader that I talk to the collective about, that I have zero intentions of sharing with the larger public. Because it’s about our collective and how we come together and how we appreciate and support one another. And I can’t give you all the ingredients to the hot dog. You might not like it.” He stated.

Tomlin emphasized the importance of maintaining certain aspects of team culture as private matters.

The clever comparison underscored Tomlin’s belief that some team traditions are best kept internal, preserving their value and avoiding potential misinterpretation by outsiders.

Moreover, Tomlin’s stance reflects a deeper philosophy about team dynamics and leadership.

By safeguarding these internal practices, he aims to foster a sense of unity and camaraderie among his players.