They do pass drills - no, not blocking schemes, but actually run pass routes with Coach Bryan Stinespring, necktie, shades and all, firing tight spirals to 300 pound wannabe wide receivers. Actually, the big guys had excellent quickness and surprisingly good hands. The players break up into groups by position and began more traditional football practice drills. The entire time position coaches were barking cadence and instructions. The majority of the workout was dedicated to what else - special teams play, with who else but Coach Beamer in complete control.
Players run on and off the field simulating game substitution situations.
I was amazed at how quickly Coach Beamer was able to dedicate quality time to so many different formations and game situations. The entire time never missing an opportunity for individual attention and coaching. Case in point, during a field goal block drill a Tech player picked up the loose ball and headed for the end zone with another player leading the way. On to the next drill. After a one hour workout, the players showered and we loaded the buses and headed for the team headquarters hotel, The Hilton Pittsburgh and Towers at Gateway Center located in the heart of downtown.