Tomlin bans jersey swapping

[FortyThree]

I know this is a novel concept to some of us around here, but is it possible we don't know the whole story? Perhaps jersey swapping is just one of many things Tomlin has told his players they couldn't do any more?

[Legacy User]

I know this is a novel concept to some of us around here, but is it possible we don't know the whole story? Perhaps jersey swapping is just one of many things Tomlin has told his players they couldn't do any more?

Or perhaps it's a knee jerk by Tomlin after he read all the heat he took for keeping THE STREAK alive?

[Ice]

It's actually kind of the opposite of me-first, really.

[Legacy User]

It's actually kind of the opposite of me-first, really.

Mutual admiration or friendship....

Doesn't impact the game.

Potted plant "....and I will strike down upon thee with great vengeance and furious anger those who attempt to poison and destroy my brothers..."

[BethlehemSteel]

I want to hear about some internal team fining system. One you don't want to contribute to ....

Like a personal donation for Roger Goodell's extra bonus compensation, Christmas card list,' or a charity if his choice, care of Mike Tomlin

Make It about the team, make it a rallying cry. You fuck up on discipline field or after whistle or otherwise l, you're out 10k for Roger and mean it. I bet that would make it work better.

[FortyThree]

I know this is a novel concept to some of us around here, but is it possible we don't know the whole story? Perhaps jersey swapping is just one of many things Tomlin has told his players they couldn't do any more?

Or perhaps it's a knee jerk by Tomlin after he read all the heat he took for keeping THE STREAK alive?

I doubt it. He said he didn't care about the backlash and really, why should he? Unless the Rooneys were upset about it, he has no reason to kowtow to public opinion.

[Ice]

I want to hear about some internal team fining system. One you don't want to contribute to ....

Like a personal donation for Roger Goodell's extra bonus compensation, Christmas card list,' or a charity if his choice, care of Mike Tomlin

Make It about the team, make it a rallying cry. You fuck up on discipline field or after whistle or otherwise l, you're out 10k for Roger and mean it. I bet that would make it work better.

I like it. I like it a lot. The look in the room from Deebo after the first fine anybody gives up ought to do the trick.

[Steelperch]

I know this is a novel concept to some of us around here, but is it possible we don't know the whole story? Perhaps jersey swapping is just one of many things Tomlin has told his players they couldn't do any more?

We know he didn't tell them to stop celebrating first downs, yelling at officials, or risking sure wins to extend a personal statistical streak. Just so long as they don't do anything dumb on the field AFTER the game is over.

[Kodiak]

4 pages already and no one has speculated cheap ass Rooney doesn't want to pay for extra jerseys?!?

[Legacy User]

I know this is a novel concept to some of us around here, but is it possible we don't know the whole story? Perhaps jersey swapping is just one of many things Tomlin has told his players they couldn't do any more?

We know he didn't tell them to stop celebrating first downs, yelling at officials, or risking sure wins to extend a personal statistical streak. Just so long as they don't do anything dumb on the field AFTER the game is over.

so if you don't know about it, it didn't happen?

non story here

In 3 days we'll here that this came from league office and not a single person will own up to their words

[Legacy User]

4 pages already and no one has speculated cheap ass Rooney doesn't want to pay for extra jerseys?!?

Haha. That's good.

[Legacy User]

SteelerFury: Tomlin doesn't care about discipline.

*Tomlin scolds his players for doing something and makes it very clear that the team needs to be focused on winning*

SteelerFury: This is stupid.

Trading jerseys after the game is over cannot possibly have anything to do with winning. It happens after someone has already won. Therefore, yes, it's stupid. Are we assuming that the Steelers would have beaten the Buccaneers if only the players hadn't been busy planning the post game jersey swap. Dumber than the Great Ping Pong Ban of whatever .500 season that was.

I believe the team started performing better on the field after the ping pong ban.

If Tomlin were really smart, he'd bring back ping pong ... and then immediately ban it again! Players would get the message fast. Tomlin is not to be F'ed with.

[FortyThree]

I know this is a novel concept to some of us around here, but is it possible we don't know the whole story? Perhaps jersey swapping is just one of many things Tomlin has told his players they couldn't do any more?

We know he didn't tell them to stop celebrating first downs, yelling at officials, or risking sure wins to extend a personal statistical streak. Just so long as they don't do anything dumb on the field AFTER the game is over.

How do we know? This happened after the Jacksonville game. They haven't played since.

[FortyThree]

I believe the team started performing better on the field after the ping pong ban.

If Tomlin were really smart, he'd bring back ping pong ... and then immediately ban it again! Players would get the message fast. Tomlin is not to be F'ed with.

He could even entertain the idea of shuffleboard for a while, long enough to give em hope, before saying no.

[bradshaw2ben]

I actually thought the jersey swapping, just like in other sports, was a pretty cool statement of sportsmanship and respect among professionals after a hard fought contest. I'm a fan of the handshake line in hockey, too.

me too, which is why I assumed the quick response was related to something the league wanted

[Legacy User]

I'm pretty sure the players are billed for any jerseys swapped, just like they are when they keep their helmets as momentos.

[Ice]

I actually thought the jersey swapping, just like in other sports, was a pretty cool statement of sportsmanship and respect among professionals after a hard fought contest. I'm a fan of the handshake line in hockey, too.

me too, which is why I assumed the quick response was related to something the league wanted

Hadn't thought of that. Makes sense in a sad, cynical sort of way.

[Legacy User]

Why am I not surprised?

Whether it came from Tomlin or the league, this is the height of absurdity. Exchanging jerseys is a sign of respect and sportsmanship around the world.

But not in Tomlin's/Godell's NFL.

[K_C_]

I actually thought the jersey swapping, just like in other sports, was a pretty cool statement of sportsmanship and respect among professionals after a hard fought contest. I'm a fan of the handshake line in hockey, too.

I agree.

I don't see how trading jerseys loses the focus on winning.

Not attacking a 32 ranked D does....

Or deciding to punt on 4th and 2 up 7 at home vs Tampa. Or running on a delayed handoff on 3rd and 5 when a first down wins the game.

Swapping jerseys?

Ok...

Perfectly stated.

[jeemie]

Why am I not surprised?

Whether it came from Tomlin or the league, this is the height of absurdity. Exchanging jerseys is a sign of respect and sportsmanship around the world.

But not in Tomlin's/Godell's NFL.

Um...if it came from the league, when did Tomlin become co-commissioner with Roger Goodell?

Your last line is a like a bad campaign ad using improper juxtaposition to imply a relationship where none exists.

[Aussie_steeler]

I am looking at this from a totally different perspective.

Tomlin is trying to regain control of his team. However it has been so long since he actually had any stones inside his scrotum that he is taking little baby steps and trying to regain his manhood. ( he doesn't want to upset his boys and be on the outer)

Testicular fortitude Rehab program - Mikey T style

Step 1: Take something little away from the bad people.
Step 2: Run away and hide and pray that there is no conflict
Step 3: Slowly emerge and whether the front or rear of your panties are wet.
Step 4: Think of something a little tougher and repeat steps 1,2 & 3 or give up and be proud that you tried ( eg. ping pong table punishment)

We should be guessing what the next act of testicular fortitude is going to be from Mikey T.

[Nick79]

It hasn't stopped soccer teams from winning in the World Cup, the Premier League and La Liga. Extremely competitive leagues. This is unbelievably silly. Almost as dumb as the ping pong ban, if not dumber.

Exactly! the stuff they think about is dumb as shit! I find it especially stupid when you think that the guy he gave his jersey to was a childhood friend! two friends reach the NFL, I actually think it's very normal that they'd trade jerseys.

[Legacy User]

I truly think this is Mike Tomlin trying to show some leadership after the heat he received over the last few weeks regarding:

Penalties
Lack of discipline
Questionable coaching decisions

Ping pong...jersey swapping...he is serious about winning. You can't swap jerseys at the end of the game and expect to win games.....did I just type that?

Reeee-tahhh-ded

[BethlehemSteel]

I am looking at this from a totally different perspective.

Tomlin is trying to regain control of his team. However it has been so long since he actually had any stones inside his scrotum that he is taking little baby steps and trying to regain his manhood. ( he doesn't want to upset his boys and be on the outer)

Testicular fortitude Rehab program - Mikey T style

Step 1: Take something little away from the bad people.
Step 2: Run away and hide and pray that there is no conflict
Step 3: Slowly emerge and whether the front or rear of your panties are wet.
Step 4: Think of something a little tougher and repeat steps 1,2 & 3 or give up and be proud that you tried ( eg. ping pong table punishment)

We should be guessing what the next act of testicular fortitude is going to be from Mikey T.

love this!!!

[Steelafan77]

I truly think this is Mike Tomlin trying to show some leadership after the heat he received over the last few weeks regarding:

Penalties
Lack of discipline
Questionable coaching decisions

Ping pong...jersey swapping...he is serious about winning. You can't swap jerseys at the end of the game and expect to win games.....did I just type that?

Reeee-tahhh-ded

Well if this is Tomlin only reacting to the fall out from last week then he's less of a coach then I thought him to be. I think this was just Tomlin responding to what he felt was inappropriate behavior whether we believe it or not.

Once I see the penalties drop to respectable levels, execution rise to respectable NFL levels and some improved coaching decisions then I'll believe that Tomlin has put his foot sown and reigned in this team. Those are the only things I find important and relevant for team success.

[StillerInCT]

His response to personal fouls - "It's an emotional game"

His response to something COMPLETELY unrelated to what happens on the field - "Knock it off"

[Legacy User]

Swapping a jersey after the game is over is really this teams problem... Glad Mike Tomlin put a stop to it so we can get to back to championship form.

[Legacy User]

He didn't "ban" it. He asked the players to do it off the field. So there's that.

Maybe he doesn't even care that much and Rooney told him to put a stop to it?

In any event, I really don't care.

[Legacy User]

Why am I not surprised?

Whether it came from Tomlin or the league, this is the height of absurdity. Exchanging jerseys is a sign of respect and sportsmanship around the world.

But not in Tomlin's/Godell's NFL.

Um...if it came from the league, when did Tomlin become co-commissioner with Roger Goodell?

Your last line is a like a bad campaign ad using improper juxtaposition to imply a relationship where none exists.

If it's from the league then Tomlin has nothing to do with it, obviously.

Whoever ordered it is an idiot. Better?

[Legacy User]

Maybe the coaches should shake hands in the tunnel away from prying eyes...