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Mike Tomlin criticizes Steelers after loss to Patriots

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 7:16 AM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Mike Tomlin criticizes Steelers after loss to Patriots

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers scored only three points in a loss to the New England Patriots on September 20, 2026. Former head coach Mike Tomlin, now an NBC analyst, criticized the team’s offense, highlighting their failure to establish the run and poor performance on third downs. He referenced the team's lack of yardage and emphasized the urgency for improvement to avoid a losing season. The Steelers, under head coach Mike McCarthy, have struggled early in the 2026 season after a narrow win in Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons.

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By the Numbers

•Steelers scored only three points against the Patriots.
•Tomlin criticized the offense for lack of production.
•Steelers went 2-12 on third downs in the game.
•Team is striving to correct early season struggles.
•McCarthy takes over amid questions about the roster.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers managed a total of three points Sunday in an ugly loss to the New England Patriots. Aaron Rodgers was nearly split in half on one play and it appears the offense has a litany of issues early in the 2026 season.Former head coach Mike Tomlin is now an analyst on NBC’s “Sunday […] The post Mike Tomlin Roasts Steelers Following Ugly Loss to Patriots appeared first on HEAVY.
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