Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce had some choice words for the Pittsburgh media during his latest episode of the “New Heights” podcast with his older brother, Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce.
They were discussing how longtime Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin will achieve his 17th consecutive undefeated season, regardless of the outcome of the Week 18 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday. The Steelers are 9-7 despite struggles throughout the season.
However, some in the Pittsburgh media were calling for the team to move on from Tomlin, either by letting him go midseason or trading him for assets if possible.
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December 31, 2023; Seattle, Washington, United States; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin during the second half against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. (Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports)
Travis blasted the media for even thinking about it as a possibility.
“They were talking about firing him, what? Seven weeks ago?” Jason asked his brother.
“The media is so dumb,” Travis responded. “Why do we do that to the media? A bunch of idiots. Just a bunch of idiots. Out here talking nonsense. One of the best coaches the NFL has ever seen, possibly getting the job from him.” 17th consecutive season without losing. Jesus Christ.”
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The brothers continued to talk about what they were doing 17 years ago, with Jason in Cincinnati already playing college football, while Travis mentioned the suspension of his driver’s license in the state of Ohio.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin watches from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Either way, that was done to put into perspective how long Tomlin has been building a competitive Steelers group since 2007, when he took over as head coach. He has a record of 172-100-2 in the regular season, a winning percentage of .639.
The 2023 season has been turbulent for Pittsburgh, however, as offensive coordinator Matt Canada was fired midseason because that part of the game struggled greatly.
However, the Steelers managed to pick up wins in a difficult AFC North division this season. They also have a chance to make the playoffs, in several ways, most of which come with a win over the AFC’s No. 1 seed Ravens.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) charges against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, February 2023, in Glendale, Arizona. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
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Steelers fans and media members might bite their tongues if Tomlin can lead this group to the postseason, and while Travis and Jason don’t have to worry about their playoff spots, they might even be rooting for that to be done. reality in the end. .
