If Tomlin ever made the HOF it would be because of the mediocracy of todays head coaches. He is slightly above the line in today mediocracy but also note he is losing ground fast.
Coach Tomlin has been being exposed more and more this & last season to show more of his true ability. People are starting to actually look at his coaching acromin and seeing deeper into the ranks. His ship isn't righted and his excuses are being less and less credible.
Media is getting tired of the circle of Tomlinism.