Sean McVay Shares Why ‘Something’s Wrong With You’ If You Don’t Like Mike Tomlin
Mike Tomlin might not win playoff games, but he still wins popularity contests among head coaches like Sean McVay. Recently talking to Peter Schrager, the Rams’ head coach shared some insights into who Tomlin is behind closed doors. As you might expect, it’s pretty much the same Mike Tomlin through an open door.
“You can see how damn smart he is”, McVay said of Tomlin, evidently referring to his aphoristic nuggets of wisdom. “You talk about emotional intelligence and a guy that just has a command for the room. He says things where you’re like, “How the hell did he think of that?”. One example he provided remarked that excuses are the tools of the incompetent. Please insert your witticism here, if you feel so inclined.
Tomlin is the longest-tenured head coach in the NFL, now in his 19th season with the Steelers. He is one of the winningest coaches in NFL history, approaching the top 10 of all time. Even for those pessimistic about their immediate future, he is sure to hit that mark this season. And of course we will throw a parade, as one does.
Mike Tomlin’s .631 winning percentage ranks tied for the 10th-highest mark among all head coaches in NFL history with at least 100 wins to his name. For context, there are 44 such head coaches, with McVay among the closest to joining them at 85. Like Tomlin, he won a Super Bowl at an early stage of his career and is trying to build a second act. The elder statesman, for him, remains a source of wisdom. And the respect is mutual.
“His timing and his wit is just unparalleled. And his ability to tell stories. I’m not gonna say who, but I remember asking him about some challenging players that he’s coached. And he said, ‘Oh, no. Those guys were emotional’. And then he gave names of two other guys and he said, ‘Those two guys? Diabolical’”, McVay shared. “He’s so funny and his timing. If you don’t like Mike Tomlin, then something’s wrong with you”.
Of course, many Steelers fans would beg to differ. There are plenty, at least those who are vocal online, who have wanted him gone for the better part of a decade. Another growing segment of fans respect Tomlin but believe it’s time to move on anyway.
Both Mike Tomlin and Sean McVay have their teams well-positioned this season, leading their respective divisions. McVay’s Rams are 5-2—but so are two of their division rivals. Tomlin’s Steelers have a more favorable current circumstance, as even at 4-2, they have a 1.5-game lead. It would have been 3.5 games had they not just dropped a winnable one against the Bengals.
BREAKING: Las Vegas Raiders Reject Elon Musk’s $500 Million Offer, Send Shockwaves Through the NFL
In an unexpected and groundbreaking move, the Las Vegas Raiders have rejected a $500 million investment proposal
The Proposal That Stunned the NFL
Musk’s offer, which would have injected half a billion dollars into the Raiders' operations, promised to revolutionize the franchise with cutting-edge technology, including
However, despite the size of the offer, Raiders owner Mark Davis and the team's leadership rejected the proposal outright, emphasizing their commitment to the Raiders’ historic identity and their loyal fanbase.
“We will NOT NEVER be bought by billionaires like you,” Davis said in a statement. “The Las Vegas Raiders are not for sale. We stand with our fans, our community, and the Raider Nation. Our team was built on tradition, pride, and resilience — not on the whims of a billionaire trying to reshape who we are.”
The statement quickly went viral, with fans and analysts alike praising the Raiders for staying true to their roots and resisting the growing trend of corporate influence in professional sports.
A Clash of Philosophies
While Musk’s proposal was visionary in nature, involving futuristic advancements and a massive upgrade to the team’s infrastructure, it was also at odds with the Raiders' culture. The team has long prided itself on its rebellious, independent spirit — a legacy forged by Al Davis and carried forward by Mark Davis. For the Raiders, staying true to that spirit meant rejecting any external pressure to modernize at the expense of their core values.
“We’ve always been about loyalty to our fans and our city,” said a Raiders insider. “This decision wasn’t about the money. It was about preserving what the Raiders stand for — a team that’s proud of its roots, its history, and its culture.”
Fans and Community Show Unwavering Support
The reaction in Las Vegas was immediate and passionate. Fans took to social media with messages of support, using hashtags like #RaiderNationNotForSale, #RaiderPride
Local officials also weighed in, with Las Vegas Mayor
“The Raiders have always been about family, unity, and the spirit of Las Vegas,” Goodman said. “Their decision to stay true to their identity is something we can all be proud of.”
As the conversation about corporate influence in sports continues to grow, the Las Vegas Raiders have drawn a clear line in the sand. Their message to the NFL is clear:
The Raiders are not for sale, and their commitment to tradition and their fans will never be compromised by the pursuit of profit.
