Skip to Main Content
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Pitt football runs onto the field.

Column | Kade Bell extension is the right move

By Robert Thompson, Staff Writer March 23, 2025

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette recently reported that Pitt and offensive coordinator Kade Bell agreed to an extension that includes a raise in salary and locks him up through the 2027 season. Bell’s extension...

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) warms up before an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz.

Column | DK Metcalf trade is reputation-defining for Steelers’ front office

By Alex Kiger, Staff Writer March 12, 2025

At a turning point in the franchise, Pittsburgh Steelers fans were enthused when Omar Khan was named the new general manager. Coinciding with the retirement of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger in 2022, this...

Redshirt first-year Shadarian Harrison (21) interferes with a pass to Syracuse at the football game in Acrisure Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 24.

From Backyard Brawls to historic comebacks: A look at some of Pitt’s best performances over the past year

By Thomas Simione, Staff Writer February 28, 2025

Pitt athletics had an up-and-down year, but throughout 2024, each team gave fans great moments. Every team had high points throughout the past year, but what was the best performance out of each fall and...

A game between the former Washington Football Team vs the Kansas City Chiefs on Oct. 17, 2021.

Column | None of this is rigged

By Conor Hutchison, Senior Staff Writer February 21, 2025

The 2024-25 NFL Season is over, and the Philadelphia Eagles are Super Bowl champions. The Birds thwarted the Kansas City Chiefs’ efforts to win their third Super Bowl in three years, and now that a city...

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni, right, lifts the Vince Lombardi Trophy next to quarterback Jalen Hurts after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, in New Orleans.

Column | The Eagles are what the Steelers wish they were

By Alex Kiger, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

Finally, after back-to-back championships won by the Kansas City Chiefs, there’s a new king in the NFL. On Sunday night, the Philadelphia Eagles jumped out to a commanding 24-0 lead at halftime and never...

Senior tight end Gavin Bartholomew (86) attempts to score a touchdown at the Backyard Brawl against West Virginia in Acrisure Stadium on Saturday.

Column | Pitt’s best finishes

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer February 12, 2025

In sports, everything comes down to the finish. A team can do everything right for the first three quarters, but if they don’t finish, none of it matters. Sure, any day at the ballpark is enjoyable,...

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz.

The Pitt News sports desk predicts Super Bowl LIX

By The Pitt News Staff February 7, 2025

Eagles, propelled by Hurts and the “Tush Push” soar past Chiefs, 28-25 // Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer They say luck runs out. Well, for America’s sake, let's hope the same applies to devil...

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens (14) celebrates a touchdown with quarterback Kenny Pickett during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023.

Column | The Steelers absolutely should not trade George Pickens

By Alex Kiger, Staff Writer February 3, 2025

George Pickens is the talk of the town, and as the offseason gets underway for the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team’s future with their most controversial player will garner a lot of discussion.  In...

Pitt football strategizes at the football game in Acrisure Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024.

Pitt football faces tough road to glory in 2025

By Aidan Kasner and Matthew Scabilloni January 31, 2025

Earlier this week, Pitt football released its 2025 schedule, which features big-time rivalries and top-tier opponents. Saturday, Aug. 30 against Duquesne  This game is simply so cool. This battle...

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin on the sidelines in the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 8.

Point-Counterpoint | Should the Steelers move on from Mike Tomlin?

By Alex Porter and James Carter January 28, 2025

For the last 18 seasons, Mike Tomlin has led the Pittsburgh Steelers as their head coach. He’s had undisputable regular-season success, never finishing below .500, and has nabbed 11 playoff appearances....

Load More Stories