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Steelers coach Mike McCarthy announced there will be no live tackling at any point in training camp, with emphasis on footwork and GPS-tracked drills to reduce injuries; full-contact work will be saved for preseason. The move mirrors a broader NFL trend away from live contact and contrasts with Mike Tomlin’s earlier practices, and follows Pittsburgh’s poor miss-rate on tackles last season.
The Chicago Bears' training camp has become notably more physical under Coach Ben Johnson, emphasizing live tackling and a tough, competitive environment. Key players like JP Richardson and Tyrique Stevenson are impressing, and the team is preparing for upcoming preseason games with a focus on a versatile running game and strategic play-calling, including Johnson managing both offensive plays and head coaching duties.
Ohio State's 2023 spring game will be an offense vs. defense scrimmage with a modified scoring system and mostly live tackling. The Scarlet team will always be on offense, while the Gray team will always be on defense. Quarterbacks will wear non-contact jerseys, but the rest of the game will be live tackling. The game will be televised on Big Ten Network and broadcast live on 97.1 The Fan. Tickets are still available on Ticketmaster.