The Pittsburgh Steelers remain one of the most stable organizations in pro sports. Here’s a franchise that’s had a total of three head coaches since the Lyndon Johnson Administration. That really is something to behold.
Unfortunately, said stability will come to an end this spring when Pittsburgh moves on from All-Pro performers Le’Veon Bell and Antonio Brown.
In an upside-down world that has defined the 2019 calendar year, these Steelers are going to lose two of the best players at their respective positions. Why? Blind loyalty to quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and a lack of front office discipline.
Let us explain.
Antonio Brown wasn’t the only problem: To suggest this is downright ignorant.
Not valuing Le’Veon Bell: It’s that simple. Pittsburgh failed to value the All-Pro back.
The Patriots’ dynamic: Tom Brady isn’t going to play forever.
Instead, all of this is going to be a pipe dream. Bell and Brown will be starring for other teams next season.
Meanwhile, Pittsburgh will be left dealing with an enigmatic figure in Big Ben entering the twilight of his career.
A dynasty that never began has now concluded. And the Steelers are no longer that stable organization we’ve seen over the past half century plus.
It’s that simple.