A simple "scoreboard" response used to be the ultimate mic drop when it came to any sports-related activity or argument. Wins are wins, and victors shouldn't apologize for their success. Context is important in all regards, though
The Pittsburgh Steelers escaped with a 19-14 victory over a depleted Baltimore Ravens squad. What looked like a blowout on paper was far closer and more difficult than it should have been. As such, Pittsburgh's 11th win comes across as a loss.
"We make no excuses. We seek no comfort. We didn't play well tonight," Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin told reporters after the contest.