Tomlin only coaching candidate who wanted to keep Lebeau

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Tomlin only coaching candidate who wanted to keep Lebeau

Post by CKSteeler » Sat Dec 21, 2024 3:58 am

Just an interesting nugget from Labriola. Mike Tomlin is the only one, per Dan Rooney (according to Labriola) who wanted to keep Dick Lebeau and his 3-4 defense. Russ Grimm , the guy who knew when to call a TO, wanted to bring in Dean fucking Peas (who at the time had one year of coordinator experience under his belt) to replace Lebeau.

The only real reason I can think anyone would have wanted to replace Lebeau is if they felt threatened by him. Former head coach (albeit not successful), respected and beloved by players and fans.