When it comes to harsh criticism lined with truth, no Pittsburgh Steelers writer does it quite like Mark Madden. Madden has been a staunch critic of head coach Mike Tomlin and his methods for a long time so you just knew he was waiting for an opportunity this season to go after Tomlin and the Steelers.

Pittsburgh Steelers three-game skid raises questions about their readiness as they fight for the AFC North crown in Week 18.

Mike Tomlin didn't mince words following the Steelers ' 29-10 loss to the Chiefs on Christmas Day. The loss, Pittsburgh's third over an 11 day span, dropped the Steelers to 10-6 and behind the Ravens in the AFC North division standings. It was Pittsburgh's third straight loss by double digits.