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Former Steelers tight end Eric Ebron revealed on Cam Heyward’s podcast how Mike Tomlin personally recruited him back in 2020 with a clear two-year plan—and it was the coach’s genuine respect and human connection that sealed the deal. Ebron, who played eight seasons across three teams but called Pittsburgh his favorite organization, said Tomlin treated him like a person, not just a player. Tomlin’s ability to build trust is legendary—he ranked highest among coaches in draft prospects’ desire to play for him in 2025. Now that Tomlin’s gone, the Steelers face a major challenge in maintaining those player relationships and attracting free agents without his personal touch.

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