Bill Cowher reacts to Steelers’ hire of Mike McCarthy

At least one Pittsburgh Steelers icon is on board with the team’s decision to hire Mike McCarthy as head coach.

Former Steelers coach Bill Cowher was enthusiastic about the McCarthy hire on Sunday when speaking on CBS’ “The NFL Today.” Cowher emphasized McCarthy’s offensive style and personal ties as being important selling points.

“Number one, he’s an offensive-minded guy, Mike McCarthy, everywhere he’s been. He understands the value of running the football,” Cowher said. “He coached Joe Montana. He coached Brett Favre. He coached Aaron Rodgers. He coached Dak Prescott. Everywhere he’s been, he’s uplifted the offense.

“If you look at the Pittsburgh Steelers right now, when there’s been inconsistencies in recent years, it’s been the instability of not having a reliable offense. He walks into that room with credibility. … And oh yeah, he’s from Pittsburgh too. He knows the tradition. He knows what the expectation is. He knows what that fanbase is all about. He’s a Yinzer. I think it’s a very good hire for the Pittsburgh Steelers.”