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
Junior running back Israel Abanikanda (2) dodges a tackle during Pitt football's game against Rhode Island Saturday afternoon.

Abanikanda scores four times, shines in 45-24 rout of Rhode Island

By Brian Sherry, Staff Writer • September 24, 2022
No. 24 Pitt Football found success on the ground against Rhode Island Saturday afternoon at Acrisure Stadium. Headed by four touchdowns from Israel Abanikanda, the Panthers cruised to a 45-24 victory.
Junior running back Israel Abanikanda (2) runs the ball through a crowd of players during the Johnny Majors Classic on Sept. 10 vs. Tennessee.

Preview | Panthers look to answer looming questions against Rhode Island Rams

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • September 22, 2022
As Pitt football gets ready for the Rhode Island Rams to come to town, Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes breaks down what to watch for ahead of the game.
Western Michigan linebacker Ryan Selig (27) sacks Pitt quarterback Nate Yarnell (19) Saturday, Sept. 17 in Kalamazoo, Mich.

Nate Yarnell earns ACC Rookie of the Week honors after win over Western Michigan

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor • September 19, 2022
The ACC named Pitt’s redshirt first-year quarterback Nate Yarnell the conference’s Rookie of the Week. Yarnell started in his first-ever college game this past week against the Western Michigan Broncos. 
Pitt footballs.

Takeaways from Western Michigan | Yarnell, Abanikanda impressive, kicker position needs to be reassessed

By Frankie Richetti, Senior Staff Writer • September 18, 2022
Senior Staff Writer Frankie Richetti shares his observations and takeaways from Pitt’s 34-13 victory against Western Michigan, including his thoughts on Nate Yarnell and the team’s conservative red-zone play calling.
Pitt players line up during the Blue vs. Gold spring football game in April.

Panthers tumble one spot in Associated Press rankings to No. 24

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor • September 18, 2022
Despite a 34-13 road victory over the Western Michigan Broncos, the Panthers fell one spot in the Associated Press’ weekly football rankings.
Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi walks the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Western Michigan, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Kalamazoo, Mich.

Yarnell takes advantage of opportunity, leads Panthers to a 34-13 win over Western Michigan

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor • September 17, 2022
Behind a mistake-free performance from redshirt first-year quarterback Nate Yarnell, Pitt took down the Western Michigan Broncos 34-13 on Saturday night.
Pitt footballs.

Staff Picks | Pitt football vs Western Michigan Broncos predictions

By The Pitt News Staff • September 15, 2022
The Pitt News’ Sports Desk gives their predictions for Pitt’s game against the Broncos and what fans can expect on Saturday night.
Junior running back Israel Abanikanda (2) after scoring at the ACC Championship Game in December.

Two offensive players earn national, conference honors despite loss to Tennessee

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor • September 15, 2022
Sophomore tight end Gavin Bartholomew and junior running back Israel Abanikanda earned individual honors for their performances in the Panthers’ loss to the Volunteers.
Pitt football players face Western Michigan during their last matchup on Sep. 18, 2021.

Preview | Panthers need defense to step up in week of uncertainty with banged up offense

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor • September 14, 2022
Pitt will face its demons this weekend as the Panthers travel to Kalamazoo, Michigan, for a matchup with the Broncos. Senior defensive lineman Habakkuk Baldonado said he and the team will practice with a little more juice this week knowing the Broncos are waiting for them at the end of the week.
Kenny Pickett on the sidelines of the Backyard Brawl on Sept. 1.

Column | Pitt should retire Pickett’s number — just not right now

By Brian Sherry, Staff Writer • September 13, 2022
Pickett’s accomplishments put an arguably irrelevant Pitt football program back into the national spotlight for the first time in decades. With all the success Pickett had throughout his tenure at Pitt, it seems obvious that the program would retire his number, eight, in honor of this legend, right?
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