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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor

All content by Dalton Coppola
Pitt football players celebrate Pitt’s win over Wake Forest in the ACC Championship game in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Dec. 4, 2021.

Column | Time to have a few cold ones

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
December 5, 2022
UNC defensive back Cam’Ron Kelly (9) and Pitt redshirt sophomore defensive lineman Calijah Kancey (8) collide during Thursday’s football game vs. UNC.

Pitt’s Calijah Kancey named ACC Defensive Player of the Year

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
December 1, 2022
Pitt men’s soccer handles Cleveland State 2-1, set to take on Akron in second round

Pitt men’s soccer handles Cleveland State 2-1, set to take on Akron in second round

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
November 17, 2022
Graduate student guard Jamarius Burton (11) knocks over a West Virginia player as he attempts to score during Pitt men's basketball's game against West Virginia on Nov. 11, 2022.

Pitt men’s basketball falls in Backyard Brawl 81-56

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
November 12, 2022
Senior running back Vincent Davis (22) runs with the ball during Pitt football's game against Rhode Island in September.

Preview | Panthers playing to save postseason aspirations against Tar Heels

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
October 27, 2022
Erick Hallett II (31) scores a touchdown after intercepting a throw made by Wake Forest during the ACC championship football game on Dec. 4, 2021.

Erick Hallett II named Jim Thorpe Award Semifinalist

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
October 24, 2022
Pitt senior quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) throws the ball during a game against Georgia Tech earlier this month.

Column | It’s time Pitt makes a change at quarterback

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
October 23, 2022
First-year Pitt men’s basketball guard Dior Johnson is facing assault charges.

District court drops three charges against Dior Johnson, holds strangulation, simple assault charges

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
October 20, 2022
Offensive lineman Carter Warren (77) during a game against UNC.

Pitt football captain Carter Warren suffers season-ending injury, ending Pitt career

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
October 17, 2022
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) is sacked by Cleveland Browns' Jacob Phillips (50) and Myles Garrett (95) during the second half of an NFL football game in Cleveland on Thursday, Sept. 22.

Column | Stop trying to place blame, the Steelers just aren’t a great team

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
October 12, 2022
Junior running back Israel Abanikanda (2) carries the football against the New Hampshire Wildcats at Acrisure Stadium on Sept. 25, 2021.

Abanikanda’s record-breaking performance garners national, conference recognition

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
October 10, 2022
Abanikanda’s record breaking day lifts Panthers to 45-29 win over Virginia Tech

Abanikanda’s record breaking day lifts Panthers to 45-29 win over Virginia Tech

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
October 8, 2022
First-year Pitt men’s basketball guard Dior Johnson is facing assault charges.

Pitt’s Dior Johnson facing criminal charges, suspended indefinitely

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
October 7, 2022
Pitt football helmets.

Preview | Narduzzi needs to right the ship against Virginia Tech before it’s too late

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
October 5, 2022
Acrisure Stadium.

Man dies from injuries suffered at Acrisure Stadium

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
October 3, 2022
Redshirt senior defensive back Erick Hallett III (31) tackles a Georgia Tech player during the Pitt football game vs. Georgia Tech Saturday night.

When it rains, it pours: Yellow Jackets upset Panthers at home 26-21

By Dalton Coppola, Sport Editor
October 1, 2022
Fullback George Aston (35) is tackled in a Pitt football game against Georgia Tech in 2016.

Preview | Panthers look to take advantage of wounded, coach-less Georgia Tech

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
September 28, 2022
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
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
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
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
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
Senior quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) attempts a pass at Saturday's game against Tennessee at Acrisure Stadium.

Panthers can’t overcome slew of injuries, fall to Volunteers in overtime 34-27

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
September 10, 2022
Fans cheer with redshirt freshman wide receiver Myles Alston (20) after Pitt won the Backyard Brawl Thursday night.

Takeaways from the Backyard Brawl | Slovis is the guy, don’t panic about the run defense

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
September 5, 2022
Pittsburgh's Steve Malinchak (7) and teammates celebrate their 13-9 upset win over No. 2 West Virginia Dec. 1, 2007, in Morgantown, W.Va.

‘Fired up’: Despite long break, still no love lost in Backyard Brawl rivalry

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
August 30, 2022
Graduate student Jackson Walti (24) celebrates with Pitt men's soccer team after winning the game vs. West Virginia Monday night.

No. 7 Panthers fend off No. 6 Mountaineers in battle between top-10 teams

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
August 29, 2022
Dalton Coppola and Richie Smiechowski, sports editors.

Meet the editors: Sports

By Dalton Coppola and Richie Smiechowski
August 29, 2022
Pitt football players practice on Thursday.

Column | Enjoy the hype around Pitt football, but take it one game at a time

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
August 28, 2022
A Pitt football player holds his helmet at Pitt’s football training camp at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex in August.

Panthers playing to prove they’re ‘here to stay’ in 2022

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
August 25, 2022
Quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) at Pitt football's 2022 spring game.

Narduzzi breaks silence on quarterback battle, names Kedon Slovis starter against West Virginia

By Dalton Coppola and Richie Smiechowski
August 24, 2022
Pitt student section sells out for Backyard Brawl

Pitt student section sells out for Backyard Brawl

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
August 21, 2022
Fitt football training camp at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on Friday.

Pitt comes in at No. 17 in AP pre-season poll, highest since 2010

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
August 16, 2022
Senior defensive lineman Habakkuk Baldonado at Pitt football's first practice of training camp on Monday.

Panthers ranked No. 16 in USA Today’s AFCA Coaches’ Poll

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
August 8, 2022
Head coach Pat Narduzzi at Pitt football's first practice of training camp on Monday.

‘Going hunting ourselves’: Panthers look to prove they’re more than one-hit-wonders

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
August 2, 2022
Acrisure Stadium, formerly called Heinz Field, in North Shore.

ESPN’s College Gameday to hold show in Pittsburgh ahead of Backyard Brawl

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
July 21, 2022
Acrisure Stadium, formerly called Heinz Field, in North Shore.

Acrisure Insurance buys naming rights to Steelers, Pitt venue on North Shore

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
July 12, 2022
ACC to do away with two-division structure, move to ‘3-5-5’ structure starting in 2023

ACC to do away with two-division structure, move to ‘3-5-5’ structure starting in 2023

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
June 28, 2022
Pitt players line up during the Blue vs. Gold spring football game in April.

Column | Pitt football doesn’t need to change its uniforms

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
June 21, 2022
Former Panther Aaron Donald gets big raise, becomes highest paid defensive player in NFL history

Former Panther Aaron Donald gets big raise, becomes highest paid defensive player in NFL history

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
June 8, 2022
Pitt senior infielder Jeffrey Wehler (2) runs during Wednesday's game in the ACC Baseball Tournament against Georgia Tech in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Pitt baseball advances to ACC Tournament semifinals

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
May 25, 2022
Pitt players line up during the Blue vs. Gold spring football game in April.

Column | What to expect from Pitt’s offense in 2022 sans Pickett, Addison, Whipple

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor
May 24, 2022
Pitt redshirt senior quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) runs with the ball during the first half of Saturday evening’s ACC Championship game against Wake Forest University at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Steelers draft former Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett No. 20 overall in 2022 NFL Draft

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
April 28, 2022
Louis Riddick on the set of SportsCenter during ESPN's coverage of Super Bowl LVI in Anaheim, California in February.

‘Just one big family’: Louis Riddick talks commencement speech, Pitt football and Kenny Pickett

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
April 21, 2022
Pitt senior pitcher Matt Gilbertson (45) pitches during Friday’s game against the University of Virginia.

Pitt sporting events to watch during finals week

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
April 20, 2022
Alex Officer: Molding the next proud Pitt men

Alex Officer: Molding the next proud Pitt men

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
April 17, 2022
Former Pitt linebacker John Petrishen participated in the broad jump at NFL Pro Day on March 21.

Johnny Petrishen poised to get his shot in NFL

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
April 14, 2022
Redshirt sophomore defensive back Jehvonn Lewis (41), left, and wide receiver junior Jaylon Barden (10) at the Blue vs. Gold spring football game on Saturday.

Nick Patti, linebackers standout in Pitt Spring Game as special teams, Kedon Slovis struggle

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
April 12, 2022
Jaylon Barden (10), a junior wide receiver, goes up for a pass against Jehvonn Lewis (41), a redshirt sophomore defensive back, at Pitt's spring game on Saturday.

Defenses dominate Pitt Spring Game, Gold takes down Blue 10-7

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
April 9, 2022
Heinz Field.

‘Lot of pieces to put together’: Narduzzi looks for players to stand out in Blue-Gold Game

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
April 5, 2022
Head football coach Pat Narduzzi smiles during NFL Pro Day last Monday.

‘Pitt is truly home’: Narduzzi signs contract extension through 2030 season

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
March 28, 2022
Pittsburgh quarterback Davis Beville (17) looks to pass against Michigan State during the first half of the Peach Bowl NCAA college football game in Atlanta, Georgia on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021.

Pitt quarterback Davis Beville enters transfer portal

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
March 24, 2022
Pitt football head coach Pat Narduzzi at spring practice in 2021.

‘Detail and discipline’: Panthers put historic 2021 season in rearview, preparing for 2022 with spring practices

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
March 4, 2022
Christian Spears will depart Pitt and become athletic director at Marshall University, located in Huntington, West Virginia.

Christian Spears to leave Pitt, become Marshall University’s athletic director

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
February 21, 2022
Pitt senior guard Jayla Everett (20) at Thursday’s game against Boston College at the Petersen Events Center.

Jayla Everett dismissed from Pitt women’s basketball, program announces

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
February 21, 2022
Pat Narduzzi’s coaches at a game against the University of Delaware’s on Sept. 21, 2019.

Column | It’s time to give Pat Narduzzi the credit he deserves

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
February 3, 2022
A bag of Pitt footballs at a Pitt football game.

Pitt to open 2022 season against West Virginia at Heinz Field

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
January 31, 2022
The Pitt Athletics official instagram page keeps followers up to date on Pitt sports schedules, tickets and more.

Pitt Athletics looks to capitalize on social media through its teams’ success

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
January 27, 2022
Emily Boissonneault is Pitt’s first-ever head lacrosse coach.

‘Didn’t hesitate’: Boissonneault embraces challenge of building Pitt lacrosse program

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
January 12, 2022
Pittsburgh quarterback Davis Beville (17) looks to pass against Michigan State during the first half of the Peach Bowl NCAA college football game, Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021, in Atlanta.

Pitt’s ‘next man up’ mentality not enough in Peach Bowl, fall to Michigan State 31-21

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 30, 2021
Redshirt senior quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) looks to throw the ball at the Pitt vs. Miami game.

Pickett opts out of Peach Bowl to prepare for NFL Draft, ending Pitt career

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 17, 2021
Heisman trophy finalists, from left, Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchinson, Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett, Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud, and Alabama quarterback Bryce Young stand for a photo with the Heisman Trophy before attending the award ceremony, Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, in New York.

Alabama’s Bryce Young wins Heisman Trophy, Pickett places third

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 11, 2021
Heisman Trophy finalist Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett speaks during a news conference before attending the Heisman Trophy award ceremony, Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, in New York.

‘Not there yet’: Ahead of Heisman ceremony, Pickett looks to keep climbing after college

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 11, 2021
The Tallahassee Quarterback Club Foundation named Pitt sophomore wide receiver Jordan Addison the winner of the 2021 Biletnikoff Award on Thursday evening.

Addison wins Biletnikoff Award, first Panther since 2003

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 9, 2021
Pitt redshirt senior quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) runs with the ball during the first half of Saturday evening’s ACC Championship game against Wake Forest University at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Kenny Pickett named Heisman finalist, invited to New York ceremony

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 6, 2021
Defensive back Erick Hallett II (31) yells after being named the most valuable player of the ACC Championship game.

Pitt to play No. 10 Michigan State in Peach Bowl game on Dec. 30

By Dalton Coppola and Stephen Thompson
December 5, 2021
Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) holds up the ACC Championship trophy as the Pitt Panthers are showered in confetti.

Pitt defense locks down Hartman, wins first ever ACC Football Championship

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 4, 2021
Sophomore running back Israel Abanikanda after scoring at the ACC Championship Game on Saturday night.

Pitt football claims first ACC football title

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 4, 2021
The skyline of Charlotte, North Carolina, looks over the ACC Fan Fest on Saturday afternoon.

‘Pittsburgh has invaded Charlotte’: Former players, alumni have high expectations for ACC Championship game

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 4, 2021
Staff cleans up after the ACC Football Fan Fest on Friday night in Charlotte, North Carolina, the night before No. 17 Pitt plays in the ACC Championship against No. 18 Wake Forest.

Pitt fans take Charlotte by storm on eve of ACC Championship

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 3, 2021
Redshirt senior quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) looks to throw the ball at the Pitt vs. Miami game.

ACC names Pickett as offensive, overall Player of the Year

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 1, 2021
Head football coach Pat Narduzzi yells during the Pitt vs. UNH game on Sept 25.

Pitt rises to No. 15 in second-to-last College Football Playoff rankings

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 1, 2021
Kenny Pickett practices throwing the ball on the sidelines of the Pitt vs. UNH game in September.

‘As authentic as it comes’: Former coaches reflect on Pickett’s career

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 30, 2021
Pittsburgh's Jordan Addison (3) returns a punt during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Virginia, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in Pittsburgh.

Pitt clinches Coastal Division, books ticket to Charlotte for ACC Championship Game

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 20, 2021
Pitt cornerback Jason Pinnock (15) tries to stop Virginia wide receiver Hasise Dubois (8) reaching for the end zone for a touchdown during Pitt’s game against the Virginia Cavaliers in September 2019.

Pitt welcomes Virginia to town with Coastal title on the line

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 19, 2021
Kenny Pickett (8) runs with the ball at a game against Western Michigan at Heinz Field on Sept. 18.

Pickett named top-five finalist for prestigious Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 19, 2021
Kenny Pickett (8) throws the ball during the Pitt vs. UNH game on Sept. 25 at Heinz Field.

Pitt super seniors look to avenge 2018 team, win ACC Championship

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 17, 2021
Pitt jumped five spots from No. 25 to 20 in the latest Associated Press top 25 football poll.

Pitt claws way back into top 20, comes in at No. 20 in AP, No. 18 in CFP polls

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 17, 2021
Pitt sophomore running back Israel Abanikanda (2) runs with the ball at Thursday evening’s game against UNC.

Panthers outlast Tar Heels in overtime thriller, win 30-23

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 11, 2021
Quarterback Sam Howell, pictured, and the UNC Tar Heels will come to Heinz Field to take on the Panthers on Thursday evening.

Pitt prepares for clash of highly touted prospects Pickett, Howell

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 9, 2021
Pitt head football coach Pat Narduzzi.

Pitt football jumps back into AP Top 25 after beating Duke

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 9, 2021
Redshirt senior quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) looks to throw the ball at the Pitt vs. Miami game.

‘We control our own destiny’: Panthers destroy Duke 54-29

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 6, 2021
Duke quarterback Gunnar Holmberg (12) throws the ball during the first half of a game against Wake Forest University at Wake Forest’s Truist Field in Winston-Salem, N.C., on Saturday.

Preview | Panthers look to move on from Miami, bounce back against Duke

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 4, 2021
Pitt Panther Davis Beville (17) takes off his helmet during the Pitt vs. UNH game in September at Heinz Field.

Pitt falls out of AP top 25, comes in at No. 25 in first CFP rankings

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
November 2, 2021
Pitt’s redshirt senior quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) throws the ball to Pitt’s Jared Wayne (5), junior wide receiver, at Saturday’s game against the University of Miami at Heinz Field.

Takeaways | Panthers still in position to have a historic season

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
October 31, 2021
Miami quarterback Tyler Van Dyke (9) pitches the ball to running back Jaylan Knighton during a football game against North Carolina State at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. on Saturday.

Preview | Pitt looks to avoid post-Clemson hangover against the Hurricanes

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
October 28, 2021
Marquis Williams (14) celebrates with other Panthers during the Pitt vs. WMU football game in September.

Column | Pitt’s loss to WMU may be the best thing that could have happened

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
October 26, 2021
Defensive back Hudson Primus (35) and wide receiver John Vardzel (83) celebrate with fans at Heinz Field after Saturday's victory against Clemson.

Panthers move up six spots to No. 17 in latest AP football top-25 poll

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
October 24, 2021
Sophomore wide receiver Jaylon Barden (10) lunges away from a Clemson defender and toward the sideline at Saturday's game at Heinz Field.

Pickett picks apart Clemson, Pitt defeats Tigers 27-17

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
October 23, 2021
Running back Vincent Davis (22) carries the ball during the Pitt vs. New Hampshire football game on Sept. 25.

Preview | ‘They’re still Clemson’: Panthers prepare to welcome Tigers

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
October 19, 2021
Pitt football came in at No. 23 in the country in the latest Associated Press top-25 college football poll.

Panthers ranked No. 23 in AP top-25 poll

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
October 17, 2021
Sophomore running back Israel Abanikanda (2) carries the football against the New Hampshire Wildcats at Heinz Field on Sept. 25.

Panthers go down to Blacksburg and make a statement, defeat Hokies 28-7

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
October 16, 2021
Pitt football head coach Pat Narduzzi spoke to the media on Monday to preview the Panthers upcoming matchup with Virginia Tech.

Narduzzi talks defending the RPO and preparing for ACC road test against Virginia Tech

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
October 12, 2021
Campus Mogul, an agency that provides athletes with a platform to build their personal brands, has already attracted dozens of NCAA athletes including five Pitt football players.

Agencies aim to help athletes capitalize on NIL laws

By Kyle Saxon and Dalton Coppola
October 5, 2021
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
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
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
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
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
Quarterback Kenny Pickett in action at last Saturday’s game against UMass.

Pitt pulls out a win in Johnny Majors Classic, defeating Tennessee 41-34

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
September 11, 2021
The Pitt Panthers will match up against the Tennessee Volunteers this Saturday at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville.

Preview | Pitt prepares for early season road test against Tennessee Volunteers

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
September 9, 2021
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