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Football Justice

Football Justice

Football Justice: Bill Barnwell discusses the expanded NFL schedule, the downward spiral of the Steelers, and the future of Mike Tomlin in Pittsburgh.

The Bill Barnwell Show · ESPN, Bill Barnwell

December 21, 20231h 3m

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Show Notes

In today’s episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Bill discusses the pros and cons of expanding the NFL schedule and how it impacts the quality of games. Then, ESPN writer and metaphor expert Brooke Pryor joins Bill to break down the downward spiral of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Mike Tomlin’s future in Pittsburgh, and if the Steelers can get their spark back. Plus, they discuss the keys to specific teams succeeding with backup quarterbacks. 

0:35 impact of expanded NFL schedule

12:06 Mike Tomlin’s future in Pittsburgh

15:30 George Pickens ‘lackadaisical’ effort

22:35 Wide receiver issues in Pittsburgh

33:54 Will things be different with Mason Rudolph? 

38:30 Is Mike Tomlin to blame for the offensive struggles?

50:38 Big picture: why do certain teams succeed with backup quarterbacks? 

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