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T.J. Watt adjusts to changes under new Steelers coach Mike McCarthy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 2:33 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

T.J. Watt adjusts to changes under new Steelers coach Mike McCarthy

Summary

T.J. Watt is adapting to a new coaching regime under Mike McCarthy for the Pittsburgh Steelers during training camp. This is the first season without Mike Tomlin after 19 years. McCarthy's approach includes avoiding live tackling in practice and altering defensive alignments to enhance performance. Watt expressed a commitment to being flexible and contributing to the team's defensive strategies. The Steelers are set to begin their season on September 13, hosting the Atlanta Falcons.

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•T.J. Watt adjusts to Mike McCarthy's coaching style
•McCarthy implements changes in tackling drills
•Steelers will avoid live tackling in practice
•Watt aims to disrupt opposing offenses
•Steelers open season against Atlanta Falcons on September 13

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2:33 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Trying to be open-minded’: T.J. Watt doing his best to adjust to Mike McCarthy

What they're saying

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For the first time in 19 seasons, the Pittsburgh Steelers have new leadership on the sidelines, following Mike Tomlin’s stepping down after last season’s Wild Card round loss to the Houston Texans. McCarthy is now in his first training camp with the Steelers, and it’s the first time the changes in his approach have been…
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