Steelers under Mike McCarthy to eliminate live tackling in training camp
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 6:08 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Mike McCarthy announced a significant shift in training camp practices for the Steelers on July 29, 2026. The team will not conduct live tackling, a departure from former coach Mike Tomlin's methods. McCarthy emphasized a focus on player health and footwork, aiming to reduce injury risks while ensuring effective training. This decision reflects a broader evaluation of training strategies as the franchise prepares for the upcoming season, allowing for evolution in team drills and techniques.
- •McCarthy confirmed there will be no live tackling during training camp.
- •This training camp approach contrasts with Tomlin's preference for live tackling.
- •The focus will be on player health and developing footwork skills.
- •McCarthy's strategy aims to minimize injuries while maximizing preparedness.
- •The Steelers hope to improve their playoff performance this season.
- 3:36 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers HC Mike McCarthy clarifies stance on physicality at training camp
- 6:08 PMNBCSports.com — Steelers will ditch live tackling during training camp under Mike McCarthy - NBC Sports
- 6:07 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers will ditch live tackling during training camp under Mike McCarthy
- 6:22 PMSteelers Depot — No Live Tackling: Mike McCarthy Confirms Major Change To Steelers Training Camp - Steelers Depot
"Under Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh Steelers training camps were known for their intense physicality and “live” tackling sessions, players going to the ground like in a real game. That’s no more under Mike McCarthy. Speaking to reporters Tuesday morning, McCarthy c…
"The Steelers might not be doing any live tackling at training camp but Mike McCarthy says practices will still be physical.
"The Mike McCarthy era will be different from Mike Tomlin's 19-year tenure with the Steelers.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 3:36 PMSteelers HC Mike McCarthy clarifies stance on physicality at training camp
The Steelers might not be doing any live tackling at training camp but Mike McCarthy says practices will still be physical.
- NBCSports.comJul 29, 2026, 6:08 PMSteelers will ditch live tackling during training camp under Mike McCarthy - NBC Sports
The Mike McCarthy era will be different from Mike Tomlin's 19-year tenure with the Steelers.
- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 6:07 PMSteelers will ditch live tackling during training camp under Mike McCarthy
The Mike McCarthy era will be different from Mike Tomlin's 19-year tenure with the Steelers.
- Steelers DepotJul 28, 2026, 6:22 PMNo Live Tackling: Mike McCarthy Confirms Major Change To Steelers Training Camp - Steelers Depot
Under Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh Steelers training camps were known for their intense physicality and “live” tackling sessions, players going to the ground like in a real game. That’s no more under Mike McCarthy. Speaking to reporters Tuesday morning, McCarthy c…
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