In today’s episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Bill discusses the pros and cons of expanding the NFL schedule and how it impacts the quality of games. Then, ESPN writer and metaphor expert Brooke Pryor joins Bill to break down the downward spiral of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Mike Tomlin’s future in Pittsburgh, and if the Steelers can get their spark back. Plus, they discuss the keys to specific teams succeeding with backup quarterbacks.  0:35 impact of expanded NFL schedule 12:06 Mike Tomlin’s future in Pittsburgh 15:30 George Pickens ‘lackadaisical’ effort 22:35 Wide receiver issues in Pittsburgh 33:54 Will things be different with Mason Rudolph?  38:30 Is Mike Tomlin to blame for the offensive struggles? 50:38 Big picture: why do certain teams succeed with backup quarterbacks?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices