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Hit on quarterback Justin Fields ignites fight that spices up Steelers training camp

The unwritten rule of football practice is the quarterback should never be touched — let alone tackled.That code was violated Wednesday during the second padded practice for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and it led to the first full-scale fight of training camp.In the final team period of the workout, quarterback Justin Fields cut upfield on a read-option run and was met by slot cornerback Beanie Bishop and inside linebacker Elandon Roberts. Each player chipped Fields, who fell to the ground.That sparked the hostilities — punches were thrown by multiple players — much to coach Mike Tomlin’s disappointment.“We got a little bit less than professional and chippy today,” Tomlin said. “It’s an opportunity to teach and learn. It’s part of this process, and as much as we hate it, we’ll learn and grow.”The lick that Roberts placed on Fields sparked the ire of rookie tackle Troy Fautanu, who shoved Roberts in the back. Much like the third man in a hockey fight, rookie guard Mason McCormick jumped in…