Training Camp Report: Aug. 16
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Key Points:
- The Steelers' penultimate public practice at Saint Vincent College saw the return of familiar players DeShon Elliott and Elandon Roberts, adding intensity to the session as they prepare for the 2026 season.
- Elliott is recovering from a severe knee and hamstring injury sustained in late 2025, while Roberts rejoined the Steelers after playing for the Raiders under defensive coordinator Patrick Graham, now part of the Steelers' coaching staff.
- Head coach Mike McCarthy highlighted the practice as a chance to implement the final install of plays and emphasized the importance of padded practices and competitive periods to improve team performance.
- The practice featured increased physicality and competitiveness, including notable collisions and verbal exchanges among players, signaling a shift from McCarthy's typically "kinder, gentler" training camp approach.
- Roberts expressed enthusiasm about returning to the Steelers, noting his growth in football intelligence from experience with various coaches and defensive systems.
