The Pittsburgh Steelers began their 2026 training camp Wednesday at Saint Vincent College with first-year head coach Mike McCarthy directing a faster-paced practice that featured no live tackling.
Broderick Jones practiced fully after recovering from spinal fusion surgery and worked with the second-team offensive line at left tackle. Zach Frazier said of his teammate, “It’s great to have him back.”
Asante Samuel Jr. stood out with four or five pass deflections during the session, according to reporter Jeff Hathhorn. Patrick Queen and other defenders also recorded multiple breakups as the defense outperformed the offense in early drills.
McCarthy emphasized situational work, including repeated two-minute drills. Michael Pittman Jr. noted the focus, saying the team would be “the most-conditioned team by the end of camp.”
Three players opened camp on the PUP list: cornerbacks Joey Porter Jr. and Donte Kent, plus safety Jalen Ramsey. DeShon Elliott was limited but dressed for portions of practice.
