Russell Wilson (calf) sits out first Steelers practice

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Veteran quarterback Russell Wilson didn't participate in the Pittsburgh Steelers' first practice of training camp on Thursday, with Justin Fields taking the first-team reps.

Coach Mike Tomlin told reporters after practice in Latrobe, Pa., that Wilson had calf tightness and is day-to-day. Tomlin said Wilson wanted to practice but coaches told him to take the day off.

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