The Steelers want a physical camp. Mike McCarthy’s answer: Thud up, no tackling
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Earlier in his coaching career, Mike McCarthy leaned into pushing the limits of his players during training camp. Two-a-days in full pads for two…
Mike McCarthy, the new head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, has announced a unique approach for the team's training camp. The camp, set to begin at Chuck Noll Field on Monday, will be characterized by a singular instruction: no tackling. McCarthy, who previously pushed the boundaries of training camp intensity during his coaching career, has acknowledged that he wouldn't attempt such practices today due to changes in the NFL and the league's Collective Bargaining Agreement.
These changes have limited two-a-days in full pads and imposed specific time limits on practice sessions. McCarthy has proactively anticipated these changes and is implementing a "Tempered Steel" mantra, emphasizing the importance of physicality while adhering to safety regulations. Despite being a departure from Mike Tomlin's more intense approach during his 19-year tenure in Pittsburgh, McCarthy assures that the camp will remain physically demanding.
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