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The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Marquan Pope poses for a portrait.

Marquan Pope: The ultimate shark

By Matthew Scabilloni, Assistant Sports Editor April 16, 2025

One of the most remarkable things about sharks is that an injury doesn’t deter them. A shark can have its dorsal fin torn like a piece of paper and completely heal within months. A shark never stops...

Column | Defensive stars shine and a new quarterback puts his name on the map in Pitt’s Blue-Gold Spring Game

Column | Defensive stars shine and a new quarterback puts his name on the map in Pitt’s Blue-Gold Spring Game

By Alex Kiger, Staff Writer April 13, 2025

Pitt football held its annual Blue-Gold spring game on a gloomy, cold Saturday afternoon at Acrisure Stadium. The game featured four 10-minute quarters with limited tackling, depending on the play.  Captains...

Redshirt sophomore defensive back intercepts the ball in Pitt football's spring game on Saturday April, 12

The Sharks make their return to Acrisure in Pitt Football Blue-Gold Spring Game

By Sean McQuillan, Staff Writer April 12, 2025

Last season, the Panthers were ranked as high as No. 18 in the poll rankings, starting off 7-0 under quarterback Eli Holstein and a top-ranked defense in the nation. Pitt then finished the season with...

Redshirt sophomore linebacker Kyle Louis (9) makes a shark sign with his hand during the Pitt football game against Clemson in Acrisure Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024.

Pitt’s linebackers are in position for a successful sequel

By Robert Thompson, Staff Writer April 10, 2025

This fall, Pitt’s linebackers — self-proclaimed sharks — hope to produce a sequel to their breakout 2024 season that puts Jaws 2 to shame. Last season, the sharks, led by All-American redshirt...

Junior tight end Gavin Bartholomew (86) celebrates with teammates following a successful play during a game against the Cincinnati Bearcats at Acrisure Stadium on Sept. 9, 2023.

Pitt football 2025 NFL Draft preview

By Conor Hutchison and Sean McQuillian April 8, 2025

Pitt football has a long tradition of developing some of the best to ever play their position. Dan Marino, Larry Fitzgerald and Aaron Donald are shining examples of what a Panther at the next level could...

Acrisure Stadium on the North Shore.

Column | Best Sports Environments in Pittsburgh

By James Carter, Staff Writer April 4, 2025

Pittsburgh is undoubtedly one of the best sports cities in America. A deeply passionate fanbase combined with some of the most successful franchises creates a sports culture that is one of the most loyal...

Brandon George speaks to the media following Pitt Pro Day.

Panthers on the prowl for the big leagues

By Sean McQuillan, Staff Writer March 31, 2025

The NFL Draft is less than a month away, and Pitt football players displayed their measurements and skills in front of 32 NFL scouts at the 2025 Pitt Football Pro Day. A handful of strong performances...

Redshirt senior kicker Ben Sauls (90) prepares to kick the ball at the football game against Syracuse in Acrisure Stadium on Oct. 24, 2025.

Satire | Pitt football may have discovered a new secret weapon this spring

By Robert Thompson, Staff Writer March 31, 2025

What do a priest in a confessional, a lawyer and a college football coach all have in common? They all swore an oath of confidentiality when they entered their respective professions. Secrecy is the name...

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...

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