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    A man who needs no introduction...we have a great one for you today with an extended version of this episode and more to come during the week!
    In a rare sit down appearance, Pittsburgh Steelers Head Coach, Mike Tomlin joins The Pivot for a candid conversation talking about impactful moments over the years and sharing untold stories from Super Bowls to coaching dynamic players to inside look of being the NFL's only current black Head Coach.
    Ryan, who played for Coach Tomlin, reminisces through their Super Bowl runs and legendary defense the team assembled in the late 2000's while Fred is eager to ask the question of why Coach didn't try to sign him when he became a free agent after all those high yardage games at Heinz Field. In awe of the relationship Mike T has developed his with the men who played for him, Channing enviously asks what is the secret to earning the respect of all and never having a losing season in 15 years.
    Continuing the conversation, the guys get into minority hiring around the league and how Brian Flores ended up as part of the current staff after controversy surrounded his release. Coach Tomlin says it was never the intent but describes the addition as a win for the organization to have Flores apart of the coaching regime.
    Ryan talks about some of his former Steeler Teammates and asks the specifically noting that this will be the first time in 15 seasons that Tomlin has coached the Steelers he has always had Big Ben at the helm to run his offense and how the team will move forward.
    In a lighter moment, Channing asks about the infamous Jacoby Jones return interference which cost Mike T a 100K fine in 2013 as we get the play by play of what really happened that day.
    Admiring the legacy Tomlin has formed, Fred, Channing and Ryan all share something special they take from their conversation and the mutual respect they have for his impact on the game.
    The Pivot releases new episodes every Tuesday at noon eastern with special drops on Fridays at 3pm est. Audio versions available on Spotify, Apple and all other major platforms.
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  • @GatorHOF2010
    @GatorHOF2010 Před rokem +4062

    THIS SHOW IS LONG AS HELL! We figured y’all wouldn’t mind…LETS GOOOO

    • @nadialechastaignier-lenon7610
      @nadialechastaignier-lenon7610 Před rokem +127

      Every minute was fire! 🔥🔥

    • @Natamic26
      @Natamic26 Před rokem +116

      I would have watched it even if it was 3 hours. Great show and I always had respect for Tomlin, even though he stepped out on the field in Jacoby's path (Ravens fan). But the respect n how he coaches and what you hear from the players he coached/coaches shows he is a great man.

    • @vittiriowashington5211
      @vittiriowashington5211 Před rokem +50

      Naw we don't mind, Fred T. Preciated it

    • @lakisawells2801
      @lakisawells2801 Před rokem +30

      And we loved every minute of it👏🏽👏🏽🔥🔥

    • @kayjay5143
      @kayjay5143 Před rokem +25

      It went by so quickly! I didn’t want it to end! Great interview!

  • @keithwilliams9213
    @keithwilliams9213 Před rokem +1366

    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.

  • @devonavant3497
    @devonavant3497 Před rokem +281

    “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.💪🏾💯

    • @realeyesrealizereallies1194
      @realeyesrealizereallies1194 Před rokem +9

      And he was a really good wr in college

    • @KevinJonessuprq87
      @KevinJonessuprq87 Před rokem +8

      I've watched his highlights from W&M and he did some real damage. I realize the highlight reels only show the good, but his good was pretty exceptional.

    • @jackmeyhoff1147
      @jackmeyhoff1147 Před rokem +5

      Id vote for him for president.

  • @joshuafolsomart2057
    @joshuafolsomart2057 Před 10 měsíci +12

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

  • @RandHooks
    @RandHooks Před rokem +425

    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.

  • @FlemLoRaps
    @FlemLoRaps Před rokem +1659

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

    • @juliusdavis5069
      @juliusdavis5069 Před rokem +30

      Love your channel and content

    • @vittiriowashington5211
      @vittiriowashington5211 Před rokem +6

      Sup Flemlo can you cover Kentrell Bell from my hometown Augusta, GA??

    • @koziboytv4405
      @koziboytv4405 Před rokem +2

      Love yo channel bro 💙💯 keep doing yo thang man

    • @LA5150cali
      @LA5150cali Před rokem +7

      That ending though. The last 15 minutes and the last min just… just… wow man

    • @corymatthews6778
      @corymatthews6778 Před rokem +14

      Que the Wayne!

  • @byronbrayii2668
    @byronbrayii2668 Před rokem +52

    “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

  • @jamardns77
    @jamardns77 Před rokem +696

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

    • @Jabootylolz
      @Jabootylolz Před rokem +28

      "Be who you can afford to be" is another similar quote. There's a reason players like Antonio Brown were treated differently, because they could afford to do it because of their amazing abilities on the football field.

    • @saf1999
      @saf1999 Před rokem +3

      💯

    • @jamardns77
      @jamardns77 Před rokem +11

      @Black Philip lol you sound like a hater. Or you just started watching football. Mike is 143-92-2. led the team to ten playoff runs, seven division titles, three AFC Championship Games, two Super Bowl appearances, and a title in Super Bowl XLIII. If that's Mediocre then most coaches in NFL HISTORY are LESS than mediocre

    • @toteknowledge
      @toteknowledge Před rokem +2

      @@blackphilip8936 'white Philip'

    • @secondbest21
      @secondbest21 Před rokem +3

      Control who gets a window into your soul…

  • @adh7997
    @adh7997 Před rokem +544

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

    • @claymorekwaramba6937
      @claymorekwaramba6937 Před rokem +18

      Truly an inspirational individual. I dropped everything I was doing

    • @claysonpanton83
      @claysonpanton83 Před rokem +20

      Everytime he speaks. Makes you wanna run through a wall for him. 💪🏾

    • @TankTyson
      @TankTyson Před rokem +13

      Literally makes you look in the mirror I need to be a better MAN.

    • @KDogduval
      @KDogduval Před rokem +7

      Facts..I get that same vibe from Tomlin. I can see why his players are willing to run thru a wall for him.💯

    • @antonemorris9644
      @antonemorris9644 Před rokem +2

      ikr! got me want to play for him right now. he is special. and when some bullshit reporter comes and ask him about some college job. it's extremely disrespectful and makes you question their angle.

  • @BIGBLACK24KB
    @BIGBLACK24KB Před rokem +365

    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!

    • @oneloveonebeing
      @oneloveonebeing Před rokem +10

      fred t a real og he know when he need to shut up and learn

    • @ddholly04
      @ddholly04 Před rokem +8

      He said he waited 14 years to talk to him lol

    • @nmorgan2380
      @nmorgan2380 Před rokem +2

      Would have loved for him to be added to the RB group we had at that time

    • @bsbullshit2024
      @bsbullshit2024 Před rokem +1

      Cool nick 😉

    • @steelbltz
      @steelbltz Před rokem +1

      WE'D LOVE TO HAVE PRIME FRED TAYLOR & NAJEE!!! Lmao Wishful thinking tho😭😭😭😭we'd win 16 SBs

  • @mitchellcrompton2873
    @mitchellcrompton2873 Před rokem +190

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

  • @dryll2trill
    @dryll2trill Před rokem +255

    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.

    • @BigMoonShot
      @BigMoonShot Před rokem +6

      Locked in right now. Book coming when retire from coaching.

    • @ongo_yahzo
      @ongo_yahzo Před rokem +1

      I'm bout to run it back right now.

    • @chezzehead
      @chezzehead Před rokem

      You right about that. Love his positive antidotes. 🙂👍🏾👍🏾

    • @kirkpeebles116
      @kirkpeebles116 Před 8 měsíci +1

      I come back often to make sure I'm moving right. The gems don't get old.

  • @randymccracken2722
    @randymccracken2722 Před rokem +431

    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!

  • @cazmere44
    @cazmere44 Před rokem +283

    "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

    • @elcapitanjack911S
      @elcapitanjack911S Před rokem +3

      yes, yet again the Pivot! has raised the bar to another level!!

    • @maksimoscristiano9718
      @maksimoscristiano9718 Před rokem +4

      @@elcapitanjack911S without a doubt. As Mike T would say, "The Standard is the Standard" and the standard is high level executable interviews. Just think of the type of relationship it takes for Mike T to say "All Ryan has to do is call me and I say Yes".

    • @tshady32
      @tshady32 Před rokem

      He hasn’t don’t anything since he had Cowhers team. Period .

    • @1D4ever
      @1D4ever Před rokem +1

      @@tshady32 🤡🤡

  • @dowgbone2818
    @dowgbone2818 Před 11 měsíci +9

    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.

  • @jonesrobert1
    @jonesrobert1 Před rokem +247

    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.

    • @jonesrobert1
      @jonesrobert1 Před rokem +3

      @@blackphilip8936 All that is true. I don't doubt the validity of your statement. But regardless of all that. Watch and see. He will be enshrined into the pro football hall of fame. You may not like it. but it will happen.

    • @forshigity5000
      @forshigity5000 Před rokem +2

      Mike Tomlin should have 4 superbowls. He's outcoached in the playoffs.

    • @terrancecottle728
      @terrancecottle728 Před rokem +1

      Some of his quotes have wonderful application to not just coaching, but teaching, parenting, managing people, etc. Solid life advice in general. "Seeking comfort" instead of working on your teaching/approach, "don't run from [it], run TO it," there's no cookie-cutter approach for a developmental timeline, but everybody knows when you're out of time!

    • @jonesrobert1
      @jonesrobert1 Před rokem

      @@williamlyons3947 If you still think that after magnificent coaching job this year. well no need to discuss this any further.

    • @jonesrobert1
      @jonesrobert1 Před rokem +3

      @@williamlyons3947 what the hell you talking about. he's taken a very young team with a rookie qb. All the skill positions are in the rookie contracts. they've won 6 out of 8 and 5 out of the last 6. He's never had a losing record. this team was written off in pre season. they are in the playoff hunt. This is only on his great coaching.

  • @ChrisSain1
    @ChrisSain1 Před rokem +444

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

    • @deangelostarnes1795
      @deangelostarnes1795 Před rokem +9

      He damn sure did. I went back and wrote them down.

    • @djmmorton4835
      @djmmorton4835 Před rokem +3

      @@deangelostarnes1795 Writing his gems down is great idea.

    • @djmmorton4835
      @djmmorton4835 Před rokem +4

      He dropped nothing but jewels. He confirmed what I already knew..he's one hell of a leader and a motivator of men.

    • @sactown01
      @sactown01 Před rokem +4

      my favorite quote I need on a shirt

    • @luisofthelion
      @luisofthelion Před rokem

      I see you Chris 🙌🏽

  • @Hollowsmith
    @Hollowsmith Před rokem +226

    "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.

    • @ae6112
      @ae6112 Před rokem +3

      Such a real quote mahn. Wow

    • @jjs9913
      @jjs9913 Před rokem +7

      Its called owning it...being accountable and not to make excuses why you cant...figure out how to say i can...this is 1 giant issue our younger generation has now...never made to be accountable...always someone elses fault

    • @seanmanahan477
      @seanmanahan477 Před rokem +3

      just listening to him talk is inspirational no matter what race religion etc u are

    • @rktsnail
      @rktsnail Před rokem +1

      Look up Extremely ownership by Jocko Wilink. Same concept is used by Navy Seal offers to lead and win.

    • @2kolbe010
      @2kolbe010 Před rokem

      @@rktsnail yessir

  • @deeflow7348
    @deeflow7348 Před rokem +7

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

  • @bellsidechoppa819
    @bellsidechoppa819 Před rokem +6

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

  • @papapeeps85
    @papapeeps85 Před rokem +459

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

    • @bruceharvey1562
      @bruceharvey1562 Před rokem +5

      Never got over failing

    • @pierrechapman
      @pierrechapman Před rokem +2

      Amen Respect Coach Mike T even more now hearing speak his Mindset 👀

    • @julianradillo84
      @julianradillo84 Před rokem +1

      You must be a steelers fan.

    • @JBJucie
      @JBJucie Před rokem +5

      @@julianradillo84 most ppl would say same thing regardless of favorite team

    • @julianradillo84
      @julianradillo84 Před rokem +1

      @@JBJucie I 👍🏽

  • @royalrelle1484
    @royalrelle1484 Před rokem +158

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

  • @dustinhensley7995
    @dustinhensley7995 Před rokem +5

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

  • @sugebzzy2038
    @sugebzzy2038 Před rokem +6

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

  • @TornCartledge2
    @TornCartledge2 Před rokem +141

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

  • @B1gChuck35
    @B1gChuck35 Před rokem +348

    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

  • @abdulsmith1569
    @abdulsmith1569 Před rokem +5

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

  • @leejohn_bns
    @leejohn_bns Před rokem +281

    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.

    • @frosti3326
      @frosti3326 Před rokem +1

      Hopefully you get to meet him one day

    • @AliPo-ne3yf
      @AliPo-ne3yf Před rokem +1

      Solid salute👑🙌🏼💎💖💛🌉💫🗺🕊

    • @jimmyjames6704
      @jimmyjames6704 Před rokem +1

      He would make a good POTUS

  • @deaconmack8
    @deaconmack8 Před rokem +281

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

  • @Goomba_412
    @Goomba_412 Před rokem +24

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

  • @richardwilson5404
    @richardwilson5404 Před rokem +56

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

    • @amberreed4443
      @amberreed4443 Před rokem +2

      @@blackphilip8936 He won two. 1 as DB coach with Tampa. The other as head coach of the Steelers.

  • @Eddie-lf8vt
    @Eddie-lf8vt Před rokem +14

    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 !

  • @dannyb781
    @dannyb781 Před rokem +22

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

  • @kedclemons2231
    @kedclemons2231 Před rokem +188

    Brandon Marshall gotta be kickin himself. These dudes never disappoint

    • @Gemini50347
      @Gemini50347 Před rokem +13

      Facts

    • @kjssportstalkshow7671
      @kjssportstalkshow7671 Před rokem +16

      i seen they got chase n was liek damn why not the pivot ... the BOOM MIKE T

    • @claymorekwaramba6937
      @claymorekwaramba6937 Před rokem +30

      He's not , clearly his style , format and energy didn't mesh with these 3 brothers. You see a natural flow and harmony between them without cutting each other off or trying to outdo each other.

    • @AthleticEducation
      @AthleticEducation Před rokem +18

      I still watch I am Athlete. I like BMarshall. He does have his tendencies of cutting people off, but his done a much better job limiting that. And McCoy is a fantastic fit for them. He seems to have assumed the role RC has taken in the pivot, he normally leads the conversation and asks some really good questions, and also very well spoken.

    • @dariusjones7006
      @dariusjones7006 Před rokem +7

      @@AthleticEducation I wonder what happened to ocho

  • @ralphascariot105
    @ralphascariot105 Před rokem +8

    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 !!!

  • @papasmurf441
    @papasmurf441 Před rokem +16

    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.

  • @55TheInTIMidator55
    @55TheInTIMidator55 Před rokem +155

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

  • @stockxchange5787
    @stockxchange5787 Před rokem +264

    This is an instant classic before the show even airs! Amped for this one for sure. I’m saying this every week in my head though 😂

  • @Chief879
    @Chief879 Před měsícem +4

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

  • @dhinton1
    @dhinton1 Před rokem +32

    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.

  • @Tshala292
    @Tshala292 Před rokem +196

    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.

    • @DEADPOTENTIAL
      @DEADPOTENTIAL Před rokem +6

      They always mention being fans of the show so I’d imagine it’s genuinely 50/50

    • @elcapitanjack911S
      @elcapitanjack911S Před rokem +2

      Extremely well said T. Shand.Great comment&i 132%.Straight up.JC in LA CA

    • @alanF
      @alanF Před rokem +10

      Ryan Clark One of the realest dudes

    • @jona1han2k4
      @jona1han2k4 Před rokem +4

      They’re frat brothers .. the bond is just different

  • @waynedawson4948
    @waynedawson4948 Před rokem +7

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

  • @shantelleholden9182
    @shantelleholden9182 Před rokem +25

    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.

  • @floydland3509
    @floydland3509 Před rokem +87

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

  • @rashadcolvin3518
    @rashadcolvin3518 Před rokem +168

    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..."

    • @thewinnersedgecoaching
      @thewinnersedgecoaching Před rokem +12

      I use that quote in corporate trainings and managers eat it up, lol! I give credit to the coach whenever I do though..

    • @rashadcolvin3518
      @rashadcolvin3518 Před rokem +2

      @@thewinnersedgecoaching it's a classic now. Mike T's Quotables...

    • @shaunbell8325
      @shaunbell8325 Před rokem +1

      Yes sir Steelers all day 24/7

    • @claymorekwaramba6937
      @claymorekwaramba6937 Před rokem +2

      Great Quote ! I need that on a T Shirt !! 🤣🤣😭

    • @claymorekwaramba6937
      @claymorekwaramba6937 Před rokem +2

      @@shaunbell8325 he transcends and represents much more than just a Steelers coach . I'm fired up just watching this

  • @melindaostergren8115
    @melindaostergren8115 Před rokem +3

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

  • @sarapatterson6531
    @sarapatterson6531 Před rokem +5

    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.

  • @skrewsamo3353
    @skrewsamo3353 Před rokem +10

    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

  • @spirituallifehacksinc
    @spirituallifehacksinc Před rokem +23

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

  • @swingking83
    @swingking83 Před rokem +4

    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

  • @melissadelarosa3
    @melissadelarosa3 Před rokem +19

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

  • @Pricopea
    @Pricopea Před rokem +149

    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.

  • @tredd234
    @tredd234 Před rokem +233

    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.
    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @mikelilly7285
    @mikelilly7285 Před rokem +3

    You can always tell when someone has a real heart.

  • @olinpeterson3205
    @olinpeterson3205 Před rokem +7

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

  • @dalej.rodriguez9209
    @dalej.rodriguez9209 Před rokem +214

    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.

    • @dmills06
      @dmills06 Před rokem +2

      Man agree this help with being a better father, husband, business man and minister…

    • @kipallen4191
      @kipallen4191 Před rokem +1

      Mike T Is The G.O.A.T

    • @kielhayes853
      @kielhayes853 Před rokem +3

      I was saying the same thing!!! This is a MASTERCLASS in leadership!!! They don’t miss!!

    • @esantana6722
      @esantana6722 Před rokem

      I was thinking the same thing... I'm like, this dude is every personal development/leadership book all rolled into one.

    • @smitblow
      @smitblow Před rokem +1

      You are absolutely right. The best class on leadership I've seen in years!!

  • @dhowto3005
    @dhowto3005 Před rokem +40

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

  • @traveler8
    @traveler8 Před rokem +5

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

  • @brettash7640
    @brettash7640 Před rokem +8

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

  • @kennethharn2893
    @kennethharn2893 Před rokem +17

    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.

  • @Villalobos63
    @Villalobos63 Před rokem +48

    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.

    • @Y2K2PointO
      @Y2K2PointO Před rokem +6

      As a Bears fan, I’d run through a brick wall for this man

  • @jaymesonthe3rd260
    @jaymesonthe3rd260 Před rokem +9

    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!

  • @thisisaxiom
    @thisisaxiom Před rokem +14

    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.

  • @bigseejohnson6804
    @bigseejohnson6804 Před rokem +61

    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.

    • @JS-fz6jh
      @JS-fz6jh Před rokem +4

      One Cowboy fan to another, I echo your comments. After seeing this, this right here, I am so PISSED that Dallas didn't grab this man....

  • @curtistate9536
    @curtistate9536 Před rokem +30

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

  • @edwardwest7843
    @edwardwest7843 Před rokem +23

    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.

    • @goddess22233
      @goddess22233 Před rokem

      It's 2:01 am on 1/9/2023 and as an business owner , this has been eye opening ❤

  • @norwoodhammond650
    @norwoodhammond650 Před rokem +11

    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.

  • @BrandoWick
    @BrandoWick Před rokem +88

    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

    • @noble1847
      @noble1847 Před rokem +7

      My favorite rival. I love our competition we always give a show to each side whether win or loss but we respect one another.

    • @darkerbrother1
      @darkerbrother1 Před rokem +8

      The only difference between the Ravens and the Steelers is where they are on I70
      Both great Organizations . The best rivalry in football

    • @alanF
      @alanF Před rokem +6

      Ravens
      Respect the hell out that organisation and the people within it.
      Most rivals are born when two entities see themselves in each other
      Ravens Steelers Best rivalry in the NFL Period
      Huge Respect between both
      I bleed black and Gold I have my favourite Steelers past and present
      That said Ray Lewis and Ed Reed are on my Mt Rushmore 😀

    • @justme8233
      @justme8233 Před rokem +3

      I am a Ravens fan and I feel the same way.

    • @elcapitanjack911S
      @elcapitanjack911S Před rokem +1

      Great read BR!!

  • @deadly1ceawoken926
    @deadly1ceawoken926 Před rokem +141

    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!

    • @nightArbitrage
      @nightArbitrage Před rokem +4

      Yup! He would've been a great coach to play for.

    • @Nightwishmaster
      @Nightwishmaster Před rokem +4

      I've been a lifelong Steelers fan and watched Tomlin his whole career with the team. I always wondered what magic he had to be able to get mediocre at best teams to overperform (and that's no diss to Tomlin or any of the squads he's had, that's just the way the NFL is designed, no team is supposed to always be good, the Pats dynasty was a freakish exception to the rule) and now hearing him talk and explain his philosophy in detail I get it, it isn't just that he's a dude that NFL players would run through a wall for, that's obviously part of it, but he's a master in a way I never really grasped until now and building a crazy level of chemistry (which is really impressive with some of the distractions the poor guy has had to deal with) to the point that elevated some of these teams to a higher level of play than they should reasonably have been able to see. That's an incredibly unique skill being able to forge a collective so strong they're able to play above and beyond what they should reasonably have been able to do. He might have his weak spots, like literally every other great coach, but holy shit I thought I got it before but watching this....it makes sense now. No wonder Tomlin is the one coach that basically everyone wants to play with at least once before they retire, I would too shit..

    • @antonemorris9644
      @antonemorris9644 Před rokem

      facts

  • @jaydag24
    @jaydag24 Před rokem +5

    This gotta be the 10th time I've watched this interview. So many gems.

  • @jamesetling944
    @jamesetling944 Před rokem +8

    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.

  • @jake3160
    @jake3160 Před rokem +71

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

    • @theherbpuffer
      @theherbpuffer Před rokem +8

      "In certain situations you have to be comfortable to be uncomfortable."
      "You can't do ordinary stuff and expect unique results."
      Gem after gem

    • @GoSuMonSteR
      @GoSuMonSteR Před rokem +3

      We do not care....

    • @ScootsFromNewCastle
      @ScootsFromNewCastle Před rokem

      @@GoSuMonSteR I forever say “we do not care” in Coach T’s voice every time.

  • @PghCrawfords2K
    @PghCrawfords2K Před rokem +324

    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.

  • @zikkywomak8736
    @zikkywomak8736 Před rokem +6

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

  • @ryan8165
    @ryan8165 Před rokem +21

    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.

    • @medicineman1202
      @medicineman1202 Před rokem

      3 playoff wins in 12 years and no playoff wins in 6 years makes you lucky?

    • @ryan8165
      @ryan8165 Před rokem +1

      @@medicineman1202 You're probably a Browns fan

    • @123Mathzak
      @123Mathzak Před 7 měsíci

      @@medicineman1202How about 15 consecutive playoff appearances across a multitude of rosters, injuries and bad breaks? Or are stats and records only valid when you use them?

  • @steveholcomb9807
    @steveholcomb9807 Před rokem +219

    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

  • @mikeharris6644
    @mikeharris6644 Před rokem +183

    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!

    • @omgeoh
      @omgeoh Před rokem +9

      At the rate this show is going it’s inevitable at this point. If you can get Mike Tomlin then everybody else is a possibility. Shit, Bill Belichick might come on at this point lol

    • @TankTyson
      @TankTyson Před rokem +1

      Ray will give the world chills in a space like this

    • @lashaphillips9919
      @lashaphillips9919 Před rokem +4

      Leave ray fake @$* where he is. That dude is so disingenuous

    • @Tmac_305
      @Tmac_305 Před rokem

      @@lashaphillips9919 Ray went commercial so fast....and this is a MIAMI HURRICANES FAN who has never seen another LB as great as Ray in college or the NFL since.... Ed Reed and them boy's stay true to what it is but Ray......😮‍💨

    • @zachraymond7341
      @zachraymond7341 Před měsícem

      ⁠@@omgeohyou may have missed the part where RC and Tomlin said they were boys. That’s his bro. Mike doesn’t do any interviews except with former players like RC or Pat Mcafee who he has a personal connection with. They aren’t bringing on random people they are bringing people they are close with . Bill isn’t friends with a soul so he won’t be on.

  • @davidsterling1963
    @davidsterling1963 Před rokem +12

    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

  • @MrAntd1
    @MrAntd1 Před rokem +9

    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.👌🏾👍🏾

  • @SoopaKoopa
    @SoopaKoopa Před rokem +46

    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.

    • @lucashenderson2775
      @lucashenderson2775 Před rokem +4

      The fact he was able to get those mid-late 2010s teams with internal dysfunction going on averaging roughly 10 wins a season for 5 years straight is pretty damn remarkable. That right there is proof of how great a coach he is.

    • @caomhan84
      @caomhan84 Před rokem +4

      It's a combination of being used to having consistent success (through winning seasons), yet falling short in the era of Belichick, Brady, and Peyton. REAL Steelers fans will, like the organization, stand by him. He just signed a new contract and you know that even if he goes 1-15 this year, the first without Ben, the organization is standing by him. The Rooneys don't fire. I'm too young to remember the decade-plus of no Superbowls under Noll, but I remember the lean years with Cowher. I remember the frustrations after the championship game losses, and the gnashing of teeth over "wasting" great teams. But Cowher never had a QB until Ben. If he had a QB, Cowher would've won 3 Superbowls. I still believe that. Tomlin has been GREAT at making mediocre teams great over a period of time with Ben. I think that if he had won that 2nd Superbowl, the squawking would be less. But....now he has to emulate what Cowher did: keep the team competitive without a QB. I think he can do it, but it might be a rough few years until he finds the right formula...but he can definitely do it.

    • @Mrthor3535
      @Mrthor3535 Před rokem +1

      And I 2nd this post 1000.. The man is a helluva human being.

    • @Mrthor3535
      @Mrthor3535 Před rokem +1

      @@caomhan84 i am old enough to remember the Noll years and the beginning of Cowher through his retirement.. I never thought I could appreciate a coach as much as I appreciated The Chin. I now stand corrected.. Mike T is a special person in more ways than I ever knew.

    • @MrBronx61
      @MrBronx61 Před rokem +2

      @@caomhan84 If Mendenhall didn't fumble the friggin ball in that Super Bowl against the Packers (in the 4th quarter), I honestly believe Pittsburgh was going to score on that drive. And quite possibly hold on for the win.

  • @the_red_wolf6196
    @the_red_wolf6196 Před rokem +19

    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

  • @russobenstine851
    @russobenstine851 Před rokem +12

    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

  • @estelle-lauregilles896
    @estelle-lauregilles896 Před 9 měsíci +3

    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.

  • @jonasnouchet
    @jonasnouchet Před rokem +100

    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!

  • @blackmanthink2660
    @blackmanthink2660 Před rokem +129

    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. 💯💯

  • @Minoritynomad
    @Minoritynomad Před rokem +7

    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.

  • @71Quackhead
    @71Quackhead Před rokem +8

    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.

  • @DassMajin
    @DassMajin Před rokem +12

    "I wanted to be a great player man, and I wasn't.... and uuuhh... I never got over that"
    *camera pans to Channing*
    🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
    This interview was amazing tho!

  • @aharonprater2010
    @aharonprater2010 Před rokem +32

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

  • @adamfaris5521
    @adamfaris5521 Před rokem +11

    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.

  • @dottierosier7057
    @dottierosier7057 Před rokem +3

    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!

  • @airess1
    @airess1 Před rokem +20

    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

    • @lakeyshagilbert489
      @lakeyshagilbert489 Před 8 dny +1

      @airess1 Absolutely. No one is as bad as the evil they've done or as good as the great they've accomplished.

  • @michaelmay7145
    @michaelmay7145 Před rokem +121

    I'm not a Steelers fan by any means but the interview was one of the best yet. He is definitely a true leader of men and very respectful towards people. I agree with Ryan when said the story needs to include coach and he is going to the Hall of Fame!!

  • @KINGJROC1979
    @KINGJROC1979 Před rokem +5

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

  • @IGotTheNewness
    @IGotTheNewness Před rokem +5

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

  • @amandar8699
    @amandar8699 Před rokem +113

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

    • @SterlingChris-tion
      @SterlingChris-tion Před rokem +9

      most def! we respect the ravens! hard nose football between the steelers and ravens

    • @loganbradshaw9917
      @loganbradshaw9917 Před rokem +3

      💯

    • @theherbpuffer
      @theherbpuffer Před rokem +3

      I remember my first ever steelers game it was against the ravens. I just remember talking shit to you Ravens fans with those stupid birds on your head😂😂🤣 But nah for real it's all love

    • @Omar-dg1vc
      @Omar-dg1vc Před rokem +3

      Facts

    • @TheMriceman24
      @TheMriceman24 Před rokem +3

      Thank you from a steeler

  • @blackmanmojo
    @blackmanmojo Před rokem +193

    As a Cowboys fan, I've always had mad respect for coach Tomlin. Seeing this interview cements it even more.

    • @krissteele4678
      @krissteele4678 Před rokem +8

      I echo your message. As a Boys fan , we know deep down that we wish we had him as our Leader.

    • @rayzella13
      @rayzella13 Před rokem +3

      Stole my comment mad respect for Tom

    • @prime24i.b.3
      @prime24i.b.3 Před rokem +1

      I agree cowboy nation

    • @JoeMama-ly1kc
      @JoeMama-ly1kc Před rokem +5

      Cowboys might have another SB by now if they had coach T

  • @D1vaDvyn
    @D1vaDvyn Před rokem +3

    You don't know the purpose of someone's presence until you discover it 💯

  • @danielpfeifer1589
    @danielpfeifer1589 Před rokem +50

    RC and the boys done broke the internet! Seriously this was the best, I’ve listened to it at least five times to try to absorb all the wisdom that coach is sharing and apply it to myself and my career. These guys are only get better as interviewers, so this is just the start for them. Kudos.

  • @marylewis4320
    @marylewis4320 Před rokem +137

    Oh my God! The leadership nuggets this man is dropping! Pivot Podcast is another level! Great episode!!!!!