Mike Tomlin on Pitt legacy, Super Bowls, Flores Hiring & Future without Big Ben | The Pivot Podcast 

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"How can you expect unique results, without unique relationships" -Mike T . great quote

“I coach because I wasn’t as great as I wanted to be as a player.” One of the most honest statements I’ve ever heard a person say in any profession.💪🏾💯

Mike Tomlin is one of 3 head coaches the Pittsburgh Steelers have had since 1969. Chuck Noll and Bill Cowher are both in the hall of fame. When it all said and done coach Tomlin will be the third Steeler head coach in the hall of fame.

This interview should be renamed "How To Be A Great Leader" by Mike Tomlin. Seriously, I'm watching it again to hear him break down each nugget of leadership he discusses, the reason behind it and its intended result. This was a free masterclass.

If Mike Tomlin ever sat down to write a book, I am buying it the second it drops. The quote that stuck with me today is, "You cannot do ordinary things and expect unique resutls". Simple yet powerful quote.

You can’t do ordinary stuff and expect unique results -Coach Mike T💎

I'm an Eagles fan, and Mike Tomlin is the man, and he's the black NFL O.G.👍🏽

That Tony Dungy story is 🔥. Dope how coach Dungy just being him gave Mike T the reassurance he needed.

It’s something about this man. Gives me chills, natural born leader personified. Great conversation

“Coaching is real simple to me man. You help players realize their dreams. You help them feed their families. And in turn, you eat.” -Mike Tomlin

As a Bengals fan that hates the Steelers, this guy is impossible not to like!!! One of the greatest coaches of all time.

Fred T was hanging on to every last word. Looked like he was about to suit up for the Steelers if Mike said the word. True goat and inspiration!

"I am not seeking that comfort" Mike Tomlin.. a pure leader of humans. A phenomenal episode. The Pivot raises the bar yet again! Well done gentlemen

"I'm gone treat everyone fair , but I won't treat everyone the same" -Mike T. Damn what a great quote

Mike Tomlin isn't just a hall of fame coach. Which he will be. He is a hall of fame human. A man of God. A loving husband and father. I had mad respect for him before. It has grown exponentially. Because of this interview. Seeing him outside of just being coach. I absolutely loved this interview.

This is the greatest sports interview I have ever seen. I have learned more about Coach Tomlin and been given greater insight into his coaching and leadership style than 1000 other interviews with him. I'm appreciative of Coach T's openness and forthrightness. In this interview he demonstrates not only what a great coach should be like, but what a great leader and human being should be like. I have always respected Mike Tomlin but seeing this intimate view of him has raised my respect into the stratosphere for him. Looking forward to seeing what the Steelers do this year and looking forward to the day when Mike Tomlin is awarded a gold jacket. I don't want it to come too quickly though, as I want to see him coach the Steelers for decades to come. Go coach T and Go Steelers!

"When you're a coach, and you're talking about how one of your players can't learn, you're seeking comfort, because what that really shows is that you can't teach." Man. Coach T's philosophy about owning all responsibility he can control is inspiring. Imagine how far everyone's career (and life) would go if they had that same philosophy.

All the comments below speak for me. First time I heard Coach Tomlin speak I was wow!! I was very happy with his hiring ans the two previous coach with the Steelers. Three successful coach in 50 Years??Yes I hope Mike Tomlin will coach as long as hes comfortable the Steelers future is his legacy!!! THANK YOU COACH TOMLIN COMIN' TO THE BURG !!!

I've watched this interview like 10 times already. So many leadership gems that can be taken into any field. Coach Tomlin needs to write a book.

As a Steelers fan, we need Troy Polamalu on the PIVOT Podcast 🏈 🔥

Mike Tomlin is a legend. I'd run through a wall for that man, and I'm a Chiefs fan!

Browns fan here, I've always respected 💯 Mr. TOMLIN 10 toes down 👊🏽

About Brian Flores, he said, "Nah, I'm not gonna let this dude sit out." This man is so lovely as a human and a man. As a Cowboys fan, I root for them damn Steelers this year just for Mike T.

I’m 53 years old. My Steelers have had 3 HCs since I was born. 3!!!!! In 53 years!!! Some teams have had 3 in a season!! That’s STABILITY!!!! Tell em coach T!!! What an amazing organization and what an amazing man.

The Standard is the Standard.💯 Coach T. dropped gem after gem.

I’m 15 minutes in and this is the best interview already. Not a Steelers fan but this man is real.

Supported MT cause of his hue. But god that interview made me huge fan of the person. Dude is a real leader and a real stand up man. We need more like him in the culture and in communities

This is great. Mike T is not only an amazing coach but an amazing man. Mad respect.

I can tell that RC is a genuinely great guy by the number of guests that speak so positively about their relationship with him. The relationships go way back and he can always call in a favor. I think that’s part of the reason we are seeing some of these guests.

One of my favorite people on the whole planet- Colts fan

Blows my mind when people say they think Tomlin needs to hang it up in Pittsburg... this interview alone shows you how great of a LEADER this man is and paints a good picture of why that organization has been top tier for so long. Loved this interview great episode !

This is one of the best interviews EVER. This dude is as real as they come. He’s a Hall of Famer now. Gotta love him

Fred Taylor would have looked amazing in Black and Gold....a true NFL Legend!

This was an amazing interview. Coach Tomlin is a terrific human. He will be in the hall when he is done. His purpose is so much bigger than football and it's beautiful to see. I wish I was able to meet him.

Watching this interview again on 1-9-2023. Went 9-7 with Tribisky AND Pickett. NEVER had a losing season. Best coach in the league. This team will be dangerous in the next two years.

As a Baltimore Ravens fan I love this. I know all about Harbaugh etc but to get to know another brotha who coaches a team I’m not a fan of and still be able to enjoy and understand the man he is instead of the coach, it’s powerful! Salute

This was the best leadership class; I have ever had in my life. This podcast was perfect for me before I pivot my career to being a Sales Engineering Leader. Thank you fellas. I needed this one.

Coach Tomlin is that dude. I met him at a gas station in Pittsburgh. Great guy!!!!

Pittsburgh has only had THREE head football coaches in the past FIFTY-THREE years (which covers just about the ENTIRE Super Bowl era) .... CHUCK NOLL (1969-1991), BILL COWHER (1991-2007), and MIKE TOMLIN (2007-onward). NONE of them were head coaches anywhere else EXCEPT in Pittsburgh. that says a lot about how the franchise PICKS their head coaches ... and how they enable these men to be great.

This is how you change the negative narrative when a person brings up AB. Yeah he got issues but we all do. Whats the stuff nobody talks about. Thanks Mike for spotlighting the positive of another black man

I'm a Texan born and raised. Diehard cowboys fan from the sixties. So the feelings I have toward the Pittsburgh Steelers and the organization, need I say more; however, Mike Tomlin is without a doubt that dude. Because of his approach to the game of football and how he goes about his business makes it hard for me to not root for him and his success. Nothing but mad respect for this brotha. What a friggin piece of work this is. Thanks for the interview PIVOT. ✊🏿 The producers of your show should probably holla at Netflix or HBO. Make'em cut tha check. If the Shop doing it, so can you.

Hands down, this is one of the best sports interviews I’ve ever seen. Ryan, Fred and Channing did a phenomenal job of asking insightful questions that allowed Coach Tomlin to share some amazing stories. When you consider all the great veterans on the 2009 Super Bowl team (e.g. Debo, Troy, etc.) and then hear Coach T say he went to Lamar Woodley to turn the tide in the quarter in SB XLIII, his ability to bring out the best in his players puts him the rarefied air of great coaches/leaders.

I am not a football fan but this Coach mentality and character; this leader needs to have his own MASTERCLASS on how to be great and get Greatness out of people in return. Merci.

Brandon Marshall gotta be kickin himself. These dudes never disappoint

Sat down thinking I’d only watch like 5 minutes of this video…it’s an hour and half later and I have no regrets. Coach T the man!

You can always tell when someone has a real heart.

Mike Tomlin is a class act. The Steelers have a great coach, and a awesome human being.

I could have literally kept listening for another 2 hours. Awesome interview. Coach Tomlin is truly a king of warriors. I’m truly proud to have him as the coach of my favorite team for so long.

I can't put into words how powerful this show is. In this day... In THIS age... Absolute gold. I HOPE, HOPE, HOPE, you all can get Ray Lewis on this platform. The way you all allow your guests to speak openly and freely..... THAT would be Platinum. Keep up the great work! Thank God for you all!

This video should be shown to everyone who has been hired in management at any level. He said something key… fight for them because they want fight for you! When a manager understands that when their employees feel appreciated and supported they will bust their behinds for you. They don’t want to let you down, knowing you want them to succeed.

"Should we have to apologize for caring?" - Mike Tomlin Great conversation guys.

Dude! you guys keep knocking out homerun shows. Major respect to coach Tomlin.

Tomlin is a great communicator, he understands knowing people is a huge part of coaching.

I see why he has the respect of his players. What he says makes sense. It's simple, and clear. He sounds like a real coach. This interview could be a manual for the psychology of coaching. Seriously. Much respect coach.

This is the most I’ve heard Coach T talk! This dude is f’n real! A warrior’s mentality! Love it!

As a Steelers fan, I never understand how anyone can question why Tomlin has coached as long as he has and question his ability even Steelers fans. Dude is the real deal, and a 1000% a model player coach.

"I don't run away from coaching, I run to coaching" love that

2/23. I’ve watched this interview more times than I remember. And each time is richer than the last.

it is now 1:42am on 7/28/2022 and I told myself 28mins into the video i would finish it tomorrow 1hr and 29mins later, I could not pull myself away from the screen. This podcast has touched me in ways i didn't think this interview could. This was a must watch and worth every minute of me losing sleep. This is what coaching is all about.

Met Fred and Ryan on Friday, very humble people in real life. They greeted me like I was family;will definitely continue to support them!

Wow! This confirms that Coach T. is an amazing human being. I see players run through a wall for him. Who won't want to play for a coach like this. I am a FAN!

Wow I always respected Tomlin...but now I see why players would run through a wall for him! I would! He's a player's coach. You keeps it real and is authentic. Glad he hired Brian Flores as well.👌🏾👍🏾

God I’d run through a brick wall for this man. I’m proud as a Steelers fan that he’s the coach of the franchise.

I was in Afganistan when Coach T was hired as the Pittsburgh Steeler head coach, I'll never forget what I said to Top and all other NCO's. "That man just got the most stable job in the NFL" Man, was I correct. Love you Mike, and thank you for all the hard work you put in. Steeler Nation for Life

As a Pittsburgh guy and a lifelong Steelers fan, we are so lucky to have this man as our coach. Taking the team he had this year with a rookie qb and not the most talented roster and barely missing the playoffs after a 2-6 start shows how great he is. Any Steelers fan who thinks he should be fired is delusional. This team will be a true contender next season.

I’m a lifelong Steelers fan. I’ve loved Tomlin since he came to Pittsburgh. This interview makes me love him even more. He cares as much about the character and human development of his men as he does their development as football players. Amazing leader!

Yo, ya'll got Mike T. on the Show! That's crazy. One of the best coaches in the league! Steelers all day! "I'm looking for volunteers, not hostages..."

“We have a job to do! Football is a game the business is winning!” By far my favorite quote🙌🏽

How can anyone just not love Mike T. The man is a born leader of men.

Thank you so much I've been a loyal steelers fan for 52 years and Mr. Clark you was a great steeler. I've always respected Mike and knew that he was a great coach, man,human being but this hour and a half put all this way up. I love you the steelers and the greatest coach black or white and I'm so lucky to have the privilege to sit and watch what every other team's fans can only wish they had what steeler nation has. Mike Tomlin

Coach Mike Tomlin, Mr. Fred Taylor, Mr. Channing Crowder​, & Mr. Ryan Clark, Thank you for your time.

Mike T is one of the greatest coaches ever. He literally makes other men wanna fight for him on the field. Pure greatness 😤🙏🏼

Mike T is the best coach in NFL by his integrity passion for game and his character to mold these guys as men off field then players! If I have a young man coming out of college I want to have him taught by this legend whom I have so much respect for he’s so real and genuine I T drives me crazy to hear fire him cause we didn’t win a playoff game it’s not just about that it’s about the young men he is molding he cares so much about his guys that’s number one for him

I feel like everyone wants to play for Mike tomlin and I would too. He’s a phenomenal coach.

One of the best interviews of the show thus far! Anybody else feel like running through a wall right now for this man?!?! Loved this!

Literally the best podcast interview I've ever listened to. As a leader in my own workspace I've learned so much from this man. It's a no Brainer why players respect him so much

Every time I catch an interview with Coach Tomlin that I am reminded he was our 34 year-old DC when Pittsburgh asked to interview him to replace Cowher. I was aware at the time both Noll and Cowher were 34 when the Steelers named them HC...and yet, our front office couldn't make the connection. He set our Dline up for a strong run, and he's consistently had the Steelers in contention - no matter how banged up or how far down the depth chart they are. I wish we had a coach that just chilled out in his basement with a couple Lombardis casually on display.

I loved how Coach T articulated his words for AB. Incredible player and man that took a wrong turn somewhere, but we don’t have to remember him like that.

“How can you expect unique results without unique relationships?” 🔥🔥🔥

RC sounds like a happy sound that just brought his dad around his friends & is showing off telling them how cool his dad is lol

A lot of fans in Pittsburgh truly don’t realize what a gem we have as a coach

Always wanted to hear Coach T speak on the Flores hire. I’m a lifelong Steelers fan and applaud coach T for his views on things.

“Don’t seek comfort.” Great saying Coach Tomlin. Great interview.

What an absolute gift to us, having Coach Tomlin on, and an outstanding conversation!!!!! The Pivot, you continue to push the bar higher. Bravo! Nothing else needs to be said. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Mike tomlin isn’t just the best head coach he has a wonderful soul

I'm a diehard Browns fan. HATE the Steelers. But I've never been able to even dislike Coach Tomlin. And this fantastic interview reminds me why. He's not only a great coach, but a great example for young men. Respect, Hard Work, Accountability. All lessons that seem rare these days. Excellent interview.

Been a fan from day 1. Been a Steeler fan since Knoll showed up in 69. Tomlin represents in my opinion the best that the NFL has to offer and not just that but the very best of what this world has to offer. I'm a Pittsburgh native and I relate 100% to his work ethic and his approach to the game of football and life cause that's what Pittsburghers are all about.

This interview gave me chills, insight, and wisdom. Great interview as a man from Pittsburgh I cherish having Coach T as our Coach. Love this brotha and everything he stands for. 💯💯

This is the personality of a coach you'd go out and put 1000% for every week

Pittsburgh boy born and raised. I was on the south side at a bar watching super bowl 43. When Larry Fitz took it the house, we all collectively died for a moment. When Santonio caught the winning td, truly a moment I’ll never forget. Still surreal to think back on. Salute Mike Tomlin!✊🏻

As a ravens fan i really enjoyed this interview. Always respected the rivalry and Mike Tomlin as a coach.

Mike Tomlin IS THE STANDARD! Straight, no chaser is him as a man Just an amazing cat.

As a Cincinnati Bengals fan, I've always respected and admired Mike Tomlin. The man's self awareness and ability to connect with his players is rare.

Nah, this is definitely my favorite interview this year. Mike Tomlin so cool bro.

RC looks like a little kid talking to his father… ✊🏾 Mike Tomlin Man amongst Men!!!

Mike Tomlin is THE STANDARD Period Hands down. How he conducts himself is that of a man with character at a high level. He is doing things right. Forever a fan of Mike Tomlin. Anyone NO MATTER SKIN COLOR should look up to this man, and being even half the man he is will change this world in a better way. Amazing interview. Hope to see more coaches, would love to see you interview Bill Belichek next lol.

🔥🔥🔥🔥🙌🙌🙌🙌👑💯 Moved to Tears ... Mike Tomlin is A Man's Man

I'm 55 and a huge football fan in general. I only wish Hawaii had a pro team too. Currently am a Dolphins fan but am a lifelong Steelers fan. Have been as a kid since their steel curtain days. This dynasty defines football greatness with 2 HOF coaches and we all know Coach T will make it 3 in a row once that time comes; which I'm hoping won't be anytime soon. You all need to watch Coach's recent interview on Big Ben's podcast as well with #7 and Spence. It's amazing just like this one. It's what actually brought me here as others commenting on that podcast also recommended watching this interview on Pivot. This is the first time a podcast kept me smiling and crying at the same time. Coach Mike is as real as can be. Talk about a Masterclass in leadership, positivity, faith, friendship, loyalty and to keep moving forward. He is the epitome of the definition of Pivot. You guys should win awards just for this podcast alone. No wonder he's a player's Coach. A Man's Man. He'll support them not just on the field, but off the field as well. Even after his players retire or are no longer playing for him, he's just a text or phone call away. It speaks volumes for him to even take time to come on Ryan's and Ben's podcasts to not only reflect on football, their friendships but to also support their podcasts as both podcasts have hit a large amount of views and just reading the comments on both solidifies why I never stopped believing in Coach T; others who always said he needs to retire or get fired are now realizing how blessed the Steelers are to not only have him as a Coach, but also for his leadership, his heart of gold and his brilliant insights on life. For me, a Coach shouldn't only be about X's and O's. A Coach should also be a support system for them. It's beautiful watching his genuine smile and eyes light up whenever he speaks about a player. He always sees the positive in them; despite their downfalls as he did about AB. It's so heartwarming to see his interactions with his players. There's a RU-vid short with him and Kenny P after a tough loss and Coach told him... Head high. There'll be greater days. Awesome! I love his charitable work, his mentorship with our youth, how he fights against child trafficking, supporting single parent youth who've had no father figures. I could go on and on. His wife and family are amazing as well. I've always admired Coach Tomlin and his elevated knowledge of football, how passionate he is about football and how much each player means to him in their own individual ways (past and present). I have 2 amazing sons. One's 29 and my baby is 11. I proudly raised them as a single mom. Trust me, it wasn't easy but the joys outweigh the hardships. They are my life and saving grace. What I would do to just have both of them spend even an hour with Coach T and his wisdom, kindness and outlook on life... that would make this Momma the happiest woman alive! Can you make this happen Pivot? Please? 😊🙏💗 Keep doing great things Ryan, Fred and Channing. You guys are the REAL DEALIO! Looking forward to more enlightening and powerful interviews and shows! A new sub for life!!! ❤❤🙏🙏

Holy Smokes. I swear my life experience IQ just powered up a little listening to Mike Tomlin. So much knowledge & even better at delivering it in an easy way to digest.