Strap on the pads, buckle that chin strap, football is officially back with the Pittsburgh Steelers first padded practice of training camp. After the NFL-mandated “ramp up” period and a Monday off day, the Steelers will be full-contact during Tuesday’s practice. Pads, a “live” run session as one of the few teams who tackle to the ground instead of “thud” stops, backs on ‘backers, o-line/d-line 1v1, and receiver/cornerback 1v1.
We’ll have a full and detailed report Tuesday afternoon. Until then, here’s what I’m looking for ahead of the practice.
Quarterback
– Of course, eyes will be on Russell Wilson.