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With world-class speed, first-year Che Nwabuko looks to leave his mark on both Pitt football and track

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer • March 28, 2023

For first-year Che Nwabuko, balance is everything. Nwabuko is a dual-sport athlete, playing both football and track and field for Pitt. But with Nwabuko’s work ethic, balancing two sports and college academics isn’t too challenging.

Braylan Lovelace, Pitt football 2023 recruiting class make press conference debuts

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • March 1, 2023

Incoming first-year Braylan Lovelace is a leader on the football field, in the classroom and just about everywhere else. He and other recent football signees continue to make their introductory press conferences since national signing day on Feb. 1.

Column | Pitt quarterbacks as beers

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • February 22, 2023

Sometimes, football players remind fans of their favorite beer. Assistant sports editor Brian Sherry compares former and current Pitt quarterbacks to famous beer brands.

The Pitt News Sports Desk gives their picks for Super Bowl 57

By The Pitt News Staff • February 10, 2023

Another year, another Super Bowl. This time, the Philadelphia Eagles will take on the Kansas Chiefs in Arizona on Feb. 12. The Pitt News Sports Desk gives their takes on the big game.

Five sexiest plays in recent Pitt football history

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • February 8, 2023

Some plays make us exclaim, “Damn, that was sexy.” For The Pitt News’ sex edition, Senior Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes goes over some of the sexiest plays in the modern era of Pitt football.

Pitt football releases 2023 schedule

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • January 31, 2023

Fans can begin preparing for Pitt football’s 2023 season. The schedule, which the program released Monday night, features key games against Cincinnati, West Virginia and Notre Dame.

‘I love Pittsburgh’: Pitt football introduces three local transfer players

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • January 27, 2023

Pitt football introduced three new transfer players on Wednesday, with all having Pittsburgh roots. Quarterback Phil Jurkovec, safety Derrick Davis Jr. and safety Donovan McMillon all made their press conference debut for the Panthers.

Column | Deion Sanders is highlighting the worst parts of modern college football

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • January 26, 2023

Late last year, Deion Sanders announced his move from Jackson State to Colorado, drawing nationwide criticism. Assistant Sports Editor Brian Sherry argues that Sanders’ move is just one symptom of the larger downfall of college football.

Recapping Pitt football’s transfer portal acquisitions during the offseason

By Mason Carter, Staff Writer • January 22, 2023

Just a few days after the NCAA’s first transfer portal window closed on Jan. 18, Pitt fans can already see glimpses of the potential roster for next season. Here’s a first look at Pitt’s newest transfer recruits.

Sports Podcast | What to expect in the Super Bowl

By Sinead McDevitt, Brian Sherry, and Jermaine Sykes • January 22, 2023

Staff writers Brian Sherry and Jermaine Sykes talk about their predictions for 2023 Super Bowl matchups.