Steelers Begin Full-Pads Practice Under McCarthy

After 19 years under Mike Tomlin, the Steelers began their first full-pads practice with new coach Mike McCarthy, who has implemented a policy against tackling to the ground. The focus has shifted to fundamentals before the tackle, including stride, approach, strike, wrap, and finish techniques. musojam.blog

Players like inside linebacker Payton Wilson expressed their love for tackling but acknowledged the change, while linebacker Patrick Queen, who previously opposed no-tackling in Baltimore, appears to be on board with McCarthy's approach. The new practice philosophy aims to keep players healthy for the start of the season.