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Tomlin Elaborates On Decision To Kick 4th Quarter Field Goal

He doesn’t live in his fears.

Until he did. And understandably confused Pittsburgh Steelers‘ fans.

Mike Tomlin was asked to explain his rationale for kicking a field goal down 32-27 with three minutes left. Chris Boswell would make the field goal but the Seattle Seahawks would score an 80 yard touchdown on the ensuing drive, preserving their win.

“Whether or not we kicked a field goal or went for a touchdown and got that touchdown or didn’t get that touchdown, a subsequent stop was going to be required.