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The Pitt News

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The Pitt News

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The Pitt News

Former quarterback Nick Patti at Pitt football practice at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex.

From kickoff to commission, former Pitt QB Nick Patti discusses his journey to the workforce

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer September 26, 2024

Nick Patti began his student-athlete career in 2018 when he was redshirted as a true first-year for Pitt. Despite spending time as a quarterback, Patti always knew he wanted to pursue business.  “I...

Redshirt senior kicker Ben Sauls (90) prepares to kick the ball at Saturday’s football game against Youngstown State at Acrisure Stadium.

Column | Shrink the field goal posts

By Matthew Scabilloni, Assistant Editor September 24, 2024

Kickers have become too good. Like, scary good. They have made watching the National Football League far less entertaining because the kickers are the offense. In the first week of the NFL season, I...

Pitt football runs out onto the field with head coach Pat Narduzzi at Acrisure Stadium.

Column | How far can Pitt football go this year?

By Brian Sherry, Managing Editor September 24, 2024

I don’t think I was the only Pitt fan who felt pessimistic coming into the 2024 football season. The team stunk of failure after the 2023 season, and none of its offseason moves made me feel confident...

Sixth year running back Daniel Carter (4) scores a touchdown at the football game against Youngstown State at Acrisure Stadium on Saturday.

Pitt football’s Sharks, Holstein and Receivers all excel

By Conor Hutchison, Senior Staff Writer September 23, 2024

The Pitt football-Youngstown State matchup is as storied as any nonconference opponent for the Panthers — barring West Virginia. After putting up the most points since 2021 and tying the program record...

Pitt football players celebrate a touchdown at the game against Kent State on Saturday, Aug. 31.

Pitt football makes history with Homecoming win over Youngstown State

By Conor Hutchison, Senior Staff Writer September 21, 2024

Pitt football made history against Youngstown State en route to a 73-17 win in front of a happy homecoming crowd. The Panthers finish their non-conference schedule undefeated for the first time in program...

Pitt football players celebrate a touchdown at the game against Kent State on Saturday, Aug. 31.

Pitt welcomes Youngstown State in final nonconference matchup

By James Carter, Staff Writer September 19, 2024

Following a last-minute victory over rival West Virginia, the undefeated Pitt football team faces an easier challenge against the Youngstown State Penguins in the Panthers' final nonconference game before...

Pete the Penguin

Youngstown State waddles to Pittsburgh for college football week four

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor September 19, 2024

In its fourth test of the year, Pitt will defend the home field as the Youngstown State Penguins bring their happy feet to town. Yes, you read that correctly — the Penguins.  Quite unusual and one-of-one...

Redshirt first-year quarterback Eli Holstein leads the Pitt band after Pitt football’s victory over Kent State on Saturday, Sept. 2 at Acrisure Stadium.

Column | Pitt football has a budding superstar

By Brian Sherry, Managing Editor September 16, 2024

Redshirt first-year quarterback Eli Holstein couldn’t contain his excitement on the sidelines during the waning moments of Pitt football’s comeback 38-34 win over West Virginia on Saturday. Holstein...

Pitt fans pose for a photo at a tailgate.

‘It was incredible’: Backyard Brawl recap from the stands

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer September 16, 2024

The 107th edition of the Backyard Brawl took place last Saturday, Sept. 14 at Acrisure Stadium when Pitt football took on longtime rival West Virginia. In case you missed it — the Panthers won 38-34...

Redshirt first-year quarterback Eli Holstein (10) prepares to throw the football at the Backyard Brawl against West Virginia on Saturday.

Takeaways | Elite Eli, a special special teams and clutch defense win it for Pitt

By James Carter, Staff Writer September 15, 2024

In a stunning come-from-behind victory, Pitt football provided an instant classic in the storied Backyard Brawl, a rivalry continuously providing great games and memories.  After a back-and-forth first...

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