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Mike Tomlin Remains the Nike Air Force 1 King

Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin continues to display an impressive collection of Nike Air Force 1 Low shoes.

Pat Benson

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Football is the ultimate gladiator sport, but that does not mean the men on the field do not want to make a statement with their fashion choices. As we kick off our coverage of Week 15 of the NFL season, we are again starting with a head coach. 

The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Carolina Panthers 24-16 to pick up a much-needed win. Sure, it's a rebuilding season for Pittsburgh. However, no one is calling for the job of Mike Tomlin. The league's second-most-tenured head coach has built a culture of self-discipline and hard work.

So, it is only natural that Tomlin wears Nike shoes that match his old-school energy. Ever since Tomlin gifted his players all-black Nike Air Force 1s (a shoe with a reputation for being worn by tough guys), his affinity for the classic model has become a running joke among sneakerheads.

However, no one is laughing at Tomlin's choice of kicks. The 50-year-old often wears a crisp pair of Nike Air Force 1 Lows. Below is everything fans need to know about the colorway worn by Tomlin during today's game.

Nike Air Force 1 Low

View of white and black Nike shoe.
A detailed look at the Nike Air Force 1 Low / Nike

Tomlin wore the Nike Air Force 1 Low in the 'White Black' colorway. This specific shoe was released in January 2020 for $90. According to StockX, the average resale price is now $196.

Fans hoping to purchase these shoes without paying the resale price can choose between several colorways on the Nike website. The iconic model is a fan-favorite thanks to its versatility and wearability. 

We want to hear your thoughts on Tomlin's shoes. Give us your take on Twitter. As always, stay locked into FanNationKicks.com for all your footwear news.

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Pat Benson
PAT BENSON

Pat Benson covers the sneaker industry for Sports Illustrated's FanNation. Previously, he has reported on the NBA, authored "Kobe Bryant's Sneaker History (1996-2020)," and interviewed some of the biggest names in the sports world. You can email him at 1989patbenson@gmail.com.

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