Warren: Steelers' padded practice 'most tame' ever

Warren noted the session marked a stark contrast to previous camps, saying it was 'not what we're used to.' The practice represented McCarthy's emphasis on balancing player health with preparedness, especially after his announcement that the team would not tackle to the ground during training camp.

The shift in intensity comes as the Steelers enter their first season under a head coach other than Mike Tomlin in 20 years. This approach could become significant if the franchise, which never had a losing record under Tomlin, faces challenges in 2026. slot-chickenroad.org