Steelers Depot · Jan 23, 2025
CB Donte Jackson Sends Message To ‘Tomlin Haters’
Donte JacksonCornerback Donte Jackson knows what it’s like to truly be on a bad team. Playing for the Carolina Panthers his entire NFL career before being traded to Pittsburgh last March, Jackson appreciates the stability Mike Tomlin and the Steelers have built as much as anyone. Disappointing as another one-and-done year is, Jackson offered perspective – and a message – to fans who want to can the head coach.
“The message to the Tomlin haters,” Jackson said as guest on LS Christian Kuntz’s most recent podcast. “I would just be like, ‘Be careful what you wish for.’ I’ve seen in my six years in Carolina, I’ve seen three coaches get fired during the season.
