Will Levis set the NFL world on fire in Week 8, throwing four touchdowns in his rookie debut with the Tennessee Titans.
He was given the nod to start against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 9, coming into the game with high expectations.
Despite this confidence, the Steelers took care of business, defeating the Titans 20-16.
This victory was not only a positive for the Steelers’ 2023 record, but it furthered Mike Tomlin’s brilliance over rookies.
According to the NFL on ESPN, this brought Tomlin’s career record to 25-5 against rookie quarterbacks.
Mike Tomlin and the Steelers have made it tough on rookie QBs pic.twitter.com/ojEW23WWrJ
— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) November 3, 2023
This also made history, as the Steelers now have the best winning percentage against rookie quarterbacks since 2006, as the NFL on ESPN highlights.
Tomlin is regarded as one of the best and most respected coaches in the NFL.
His ability to rally his team to victory has been noted, and he continues to shine in his 18th season with the Steelers.
The Steelers hold a 5-3 record on the season after this win.
They only trail the Baltimore Ravens by one game for the division lead, something that was not expected before the season.
The Cincinnati Bengals were slated to win the division, but they currently are tied for third place due to their slow start.
While the AFC North has been dominated by the Bengals since Joe Burrow took over, it seems to be a much more competitive division this year.
The Steelers took care of business against Levis and the Titans, a sign that they are more than fit to compete for the title.
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