Pittsburgh Fans Will Hate Colin Cowherd's Brutal Steelers Comparison
Colin Cowherd criticized the Pittsburgh Steelers for their recent lack of success, comparing them to the New York Jets despite their storied history. He argued that the Steelers are no longer an elite franchise, citing prolonged offensive struggles and uncertainty at key leadership and player positions. While Pittsburgh maintains a better regular-season record than New York, Cowherd believes both teams are far from championship contention.
- ▪Colin Cowherd compared the Pittsburgh Steelers to the New York Jets, saying the Steelers are a more functional version but similarly non-elite.
- ▪The Steelers have not won a playoff game in nine years and have had a bottom-10 offense for seven consecutive seasons.
- ▪Cowherd criticized the Steelers' expensive defense and questioned their general manager and long-term quarterback plans.
- ▪Despite their Super Bowl history, the Steelers have not had a losing season since 2003 but are seen as stuck in mediocrity.
- ▪Aaron Rodgers, 42, is still under consideration to return for another season with the Steelers.
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