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
Mike Ditka played as tight end for the Pitt Panthers from 1958 to 1960.

Pitt alumni impacting NFL football beyond the gridiron

By Jermaine Sykes, For The Pitt News • October 6, 2021
Pitt alumni play every Sunday playing on NFL fields around the country. Several former Panthers impact the sport off the gridiron as well.
Pitt linebacker Chase Pine and P.J. O’Brien walked into the game against New Hampshire on Sept. 25 at Heinz Field.

Column | Pitt’s offensive line is unsung hero in 52-21 win over Georgia Tech

By Frankie Richetti, Staff Writer • October 3, 2021
The Panthers kicked off ACC play on the road Saturday against Georgia Tech. The contest was never in doubt thanks to a stellar performance by the offensive line and timely turnovers created by the defense.
Jordan Addison (3) and Kenny Pickett (8) celebrate the first touchdown at the Oct. 3, 2020 game against NC State.

Pitt, Pickett put the ACC on notice after defeating Georgia Tech 52-21

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor • October 2, 2021
The Panthers (4-1, 1-0 ACC) went on the road and drubbed the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (2-3, 1-2 ACC) with a dominating performance on both sides of the ball.
Fans wonder if Pitt’s defense will live up to their expectations at Saturday’s Pitt vs. GT game. Head coach Pat Narduzzi says defense isn’t just about “schemes” — it’s about “attitudes.”

Preview | ‘Preseason is over’: Panthers to open conference play against Georgia Tech

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor • September 30, 2021
The Panthers (3-1, 0-0 ACC) will travel to Atlanta, Georgia, for an ACC tilt with the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (2-2, 1-1 ACC) this Saturday.
Pitt Panther Vincent Davis carries the ball down the sideline during the Pitt vs. UNH football game.

Panthers send message against UNH, gain confidence before ACC play

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor • September 28, 2021
Just when it seemed like head coach Pat Narduzzi and the Panthers had shown their true colors, the team put up a dominating performance to draw the fans back in before ACC play. The Panthers (3-1, 0-0 ACC) dominated the UNH Wildcats (3-1, 2-0 CAA) 77-7 on Saturday.
Football players celebrate at the Pitt vs. UNH game.

Photos: Homecoming 2021

By Joy Cao, Patrick Cavanagh, Clare Sheedy, and Marissa Muchnok • September 28, 2021

Pitt held in-person Homecoming festivities last week for the first time since 2019, including the band’s snake parade and the Pitt vs. UNH football game.

Quarterback Kenny Pickett and tight end Lucus Krull celebrate during Saturday's Homecoming game against the New Hampshire Wildcats at Heinz Field.

Pitt bounces back in dominating fashion on Homecoming, defeating UNH 77-7

By Frankie Richetti, Staff Writer • September 25, 2021
The Panthers (2-1, 0-0 ACC) welcomed the New Hampshire Wildcats to Heinz Field (3-0, 2-0 CAA) for the teams’ second ever meeting — in the first meeting in 2010 the Panthers won 38-16. The Panthers extended their win streak against the Wildcats on Saturday, winning 77-7 and enjoyed a couple of record breaking performances on offense.
Redshirt senior quarterback Kenny Pickett has posted 939 yards and 10 touchdowns with one interception in his first three games.

Column | Despite slow start, Clemson remains ACC’s team to beat

By Sam Krimins, Staff Writer • September 23, 2021
There still may be some hope for the ACC, though, with a couple of teams showing promise. Here are the top 10 teams in the ACC — from first to worst.
Brandon Hill (9) celebrates during the Pitt vs. Western Michigan game last Saturday.

Preview | Narduzzi, Panthers look to avoid another letdown on Saturday against UNH

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor • September 21, 2021
The UNH Wildcats will come to Pittsburgh to face the Panthers this Saturday for another out-of-conference matchup. This is the final out-of-conference game for the Panthers before they start their conference schedule.
Standing at just 5-foot-9, Marquis Williams (14) has the odds stacked against him as a defensive back. But he doesn’t let that impact his attitude, claiming he makes up for his lack of size through his “lion heart.”

Marquis Williams sets himself apart with a ‘lion heart’

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor • September 21, 2021
Standing at just 5-foot-9, the odds were stacked against Marquis Williams as a defensive back. But he doesn’t let that impact his attitude — claiming he makes up for his lack of size with his “lion heart.”
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