Steelers’ Mike Tomlin Unconcerned With AFC North Rivals’ Struggles

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin remains focused on his team's performance, despite the recent misfortunes of AFC North rivals. After a Week 4 victory over the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin, the Steelers enjoyed a bye week, during which the rest of the division faced setbacks. The Cleveland Browns lost to the Minnesota Vikings in London, the Baltimore Ravens suffered a home defeat to the Houston Texans, and the Cincinnati Bengals were defeated by the Detroit Lions at home.

Despite these developments, Tomlin emphasized his team's singular focus. "I don't care what happened with other people, particularly last weekend," he stated. "It's about us coming off the bye and getting ready for our game this week. I'm not a big-picture guy."

The Steelers currently lead the AFC North with a 3-1 record, the only team in the division with a winning record at this point in the season. Their next game is scheduled for this week, and Tomlin's focus remains on preparing his team for that matchup.

In contrast, the Bengals, Browns, and Ravens are all struggling to find consistency. The Bengals, who started the season with consecutive wins, have now lost three straight games, dropping their record to 2-3. The Browns and Ravens are also at 1-4, facing challenges in their respective seasons.

As the season progresses, the Steelers' ability to maintain their focus and capitalize on the struggles of their division rivals could be crucial in securing the AFC North title. However, Tomlin's emphasis on internal preparation suggests that the team's success will ultimately depend on their own performance, regardless of the outcomes of other teams.