Steelers HC Mike Tomlin drops hilarious Tomlinism on Aaron Rodgers at training camp
At Thursday's press conference, HC Mike Tomlin addressed how the Steelers will maintain their identity and culture after bringing in an accomplished veteran like Aaron Rodgers — dropping a hilarious one-liner for reporters.
"When in Rome, he's going to be Roman," Tomlin said. "And it's our job to teach how we do things."
Tomlin made it clear that he doesn't run from the challenge of educating new arrivals on what it means to be a Steeler — he embraces it, stating that the players have been receptive to learning the Pittsburgh way.
The longtime head coach will tell you himself — talk only gets you so far. And with a completely overhauled roster, the Steelers' opportunity to silence the doubters and make a deep playoff run feels inevitable.
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