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
Linebacker John Petrishen (0) catches a football during NFL Pro Day on Wednesday.

Former Pitt linebacker John Petrishen makes the most of his second chances

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • March 29, 2023
From injuries to the transfer portal, former Pitt linebacker John Petrishen has experienced the highs and lows of college football. Now, after participating in his second Pitt Pro Day, Petrishen said he will never give up on his dreams.
Pitt football players run with a weight during NFL Pro Day on Wednesday.

Pitt football players showcase their talents in front of NFL scouts at Pro Day

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • March 29, 2023
Pitt football hosted Pro Day on Wednesday at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. NFL scouts from across the country descended upon Pitt football’s practice facility to get a better look at the Panthers’ prospective NFL players.
Che Nwabuko at the Indoor Track and Field ACC Championships on Feb. 24.

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.
A pile of Pitt footballs.

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.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) throws before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Baltimore on Jan. 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.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) puts on his helmet during an NFL football Super Bowl team practice, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, in Tempe, Ariz.

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

By The Pitt News Staff • February 9, 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

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.
Head football coach Pat Narduzzi and the team run out of the tunnel ahead of Pitt’s football game vs. UNC on Nov. 11, 2021.

Pitt football releases 2023 schedule

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • January 30, 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.
A pile of Pitt footballs.

‘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.
Deion Sanders speaks after being introduced as the new head football coach at the University of Colorado during a news conference Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in Boulder, Colorado.

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

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • January 25, 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.
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