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Bill Cowher on why he stands with Steelers coach Mike Tomlin

Former Steelers coach and current CBS studio analyst Bill Cowher talks about Terry Bradshaw’s Mike Tomlin rant, the challenge of going against the Chiefs and hope for Brock Osweiler with The Post’s Justin Terranova.

Q: How should the Steelers attack the Chiefs defense?

A: They have to keep the balance they had against Miami. They came out throwing the ball early then ran the ball. Having that balance is what makes them special, and that offensive line has been very good. You don’t want to get into a one-dimensional element against this Kansas City defense.

Q: What were your thoughts on Terry Bradshaw’s “cheerleader” comment on Mike Tomlin?

A: It was unfortunate that the thoughts came out the way they did, but I think what Mike has done in his course of his tenure speaks for itself. He is a good football coach who understands his players and can relate to his players. But I think they’ve moved beyond all that. The football team responds to him and he knows the right buttons to push.

Q: Do you see anything that separates Kansas City and Pittsburgh?

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A: The turnovers will play a big part because they are two very evenly matched teams. Pittsburgh is very hot right now and they are running the football well with Le’Veon Bell. But Kansas City is a very tough place to play and the week off will help them, as well as getting Justin Houston back. They’ve got some speed on the other side of the ball with Tyreek Hill, who is a special player. Kansas City and Pittsburgh both have great balance on both sides of the ball. Both can put up points and have playmakers on offense, and whoever the winner is, if they go against New England, will be able to give the Patriots all they can handle.

Q: Is there any hope for Brock Osweiler after an improved performance against Raiders?

A: Certainly. There have been some inconsistencies there, but the fact that he was able to have some success, win the football game and hook up with DeAndre Hopkins was the most important part. But this Texans defense is also better than the one that lost to the Patriots in Week 3. There’s a lot to be said for having already played them once this year, and (knowing) the experience of going into Foxborough.

Q: How has the Patriots offense evolved since losing Rob Gronkowski?

A: They still have so many weapons. Now you have Michael Floyd coming in, the rookie Malcolm Mitchell, but this is about Tom Brady and a football team that learns how to adjust each season to different missing pieces.