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
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.
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.
Sophomore wide receiver Konata Mumpfield (14) attempts to catch the ball during the Johnny Majors Classic Saturday vs. Tennessee.

Column | If the Panthers want to start winning ‘game of inches,’ they need to capitalize on chances

By Frankie Richetti, Senior Staff Writer • September 11, 2022
Senior staff writer Frankie Richetti gives his takeaways after Pitt’s loss to Tennessee, including his thoughts on the offensive line and the defense’s overall potential.
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
Sports Editor Dalton Coppola shares his observations and takeaways from last week’s Backyard Brawl, including his thoughts on the new-look offense and Kedon Slovis.
Students yell and grab freshman wide receiver Myles Alston (20) as they celebrate Pitt football's win over West Virginia on Sept. 1, 2022.

Photos: Pitt celebrates Backyard Brawl victory

By Clare Sheedy and Pamela Smith • September 1, 2022
Pitt players and fans celebrate the 38-31 win against WVU.
Pitt fans show off a sign that reads "WV was our safety school" in the stands of Acrisure Stadium before the Backyard Brawl on Thursday.

Photos: Fans prepare for Backyard Brawl showdown

By Hannah Wilson, Senior Staff Photographer • September 1, 2022
Ahead of the Pitt vs. WVU football game starting at 7 p.m., students and fans flocked to Acrisure Stadium.
Starting quarterback Kedon Slovis at Pitt football practice on Aug. 25 at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex.

‘10,000 passes’: Preparation, an accurate arm key in Kedon Slovis winning starting quarterback position over Nick Patti

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • August 31, 2022
Despite Slovis being a highly touted transfer portal acquisition, head coach Pat Narduzzi and his staff made it clear that he wasn’t going to be guaranteed the starting quarterback position — he needed to win the job over senior quarterback Nick Patti.
Students eat and watch a football game at home.

Spice up game day with these creative tailgate recipes

By Julia DiPietro, Staff Writer • August 31, 2022
Whether you're gathering outside Acrisure Stadium or watching the game from your house, these meals are easy and can be done by any level chef 一 with few ingredients. Here are five creative game day recipes for you to try for your next tailgate with friends.
Carson Zaremski dressed as the pope poses for a photo in a crowd of Pitt fans during the football ACC Championship Game against Wake Forest University in Charlotte, N.C.

Pitt superfans gear up for another fashionable football season

By Anoushka Parnerkar, For The Pitt News • August 31, 2022
Carson Zaremski, a Pitt alumnus also known as the Pitt Pope, is a game-day fashion icon. Zaremski attends nearly every football game outfitted in a white robe and Pope hat embellished with the Pitt logo and colors.
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