When the NFL Coach of the Year award is discussed, oftentimes it’s centered on who has done the best job overall on the year, whether that’s from a record standpoint or overcoming a difficult circumstance.
What doesn’t get talked about much is a significant decision coaches make in-season, putting their team over the top.
For the Pittsburgh Steelers and head coach Mike Tomlin, there’s a very clear decision that should give Tomlin the edge in the Coach of the Year discussions, especially as the Steelers continue to stack wins and look like one of the best teams in the NFL.