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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

Redshirt junior running back Derrick Davis Jr. (34) runs on the field during Pitt football’s Blue-Gold Game on Saturday, April 13 at Acrisure Stadium.

Pitt football kicks off 2024-2025 against Kent State

By Conor Hutchison, Senior Staff Writer August 29, 2024

Every year fans are gifted a few signs that football is right around the corner. The temperature starts to drop, the sun tucks in for the night earlier than it once did and Pitt football head coach Pat...

Pitt football players practice defensive tactics at summer training camp at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex.

Pitt football prepares for season with a new style, new roster and, hopefully, a new record

By Conor Hutchison, James Carter August 29, 2024

With Pitt football’s season opener against Kent State less than a week away, head coach Pat Narduzzi wants to ensure that his Panthers are grounded in preparing for the season ahead. Kent State was...

Junior Quarterback Nate Yarnell (19) is a player to watch during the 2024 Football Season.

Column | What to make of Pitt football quarterback situation

By Brian Sherry, Managing Editor August 27, 2024

The date Nov. 24, 2017, may ring a bell for some Pitt football fans. After a mediocre 4-7 campaign in 2017, Pitt entered its final game staring up at Goliath, as No. 2 Miami looked to cement itself in...

Pitt fans tailgating outside of Heinz Field on Saturday.

Pitt students share favorite spots and snacks for a game day tailgate

By Sara Meyer, Senior Staff Writer August 26, 2024

There are many aspects of the college football season that Pitt students look forward to — dressing up in royal blue and gold, the view of Pittsburgh from Acrisure Stadium, the victory lights that illuminate...

Junior Quarterback Nate Yarnell (19) is a player to watch during the 2024 Football Season.

Pitt football players ready to take on the gridiron this fall

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer August 22, 2024

As the summer winds down, Oakland awaits the arrival of students, faculty and the hustle and bustle of the school year to campus. With that comes the highly anticipated beginning of the Pitt football season....

The Pitt Football team runs onto the field with Head Coach Pat Narduzzi.

New season of Pitt football brings new looks, opponents and opportunities

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer August 21, 2024

Pitt football finished a disappointing 2023 season with a 3-9 record with wins against Wofford, No. 14 Louisville and Boston College. Three wins is the lowest total for the Panthers since 1998. Heading...

Students yell and grab first-year wide receiver Myles Alston (20) as they celebrate Pitt football's win over West Virginia on Sept. 1, 2022.

New Student guide to Pitt football

By James Carter, Staff Writer August 4, 2024

Welcome to Pittsburgh, your new home for the next few years of your academic career and the residing city of the Pitt Panthers. Whether you’re from the area or coming in from around the world, you likely...

Sixth-year running back Daniel Carter (4) runs into the endzone during Pitt football’s Blue-Gold Game on Saturday afternoon at Acrisure Stadium.

‘Breath of fresh air’: Pitt football sees new faces shine

By Matthew Scabilloni, Senior Staff Writer April 19, 2024

Pitt football had tons of change in the offseason. After its disastrous 3-9 season in 2023, change is necessary. The Panthers’ offensive change was imminent after they finished the 2023 season ranked...

Redshirt junior running back Derrick Davis Jr. (34) runs on the field during Pitt football’s Blue-Gold Game on Saturday afternoon at Acrisure Stadium.

Photos: Pitt football returns to Acrisure for Blue-Gold Spring Game

By Pamela Smith, Kaylee Uribe, Nate Yonamine, and Bronco York April 17, 2024

Pitt football hosted its annual intersquad game at Acrisure Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The gold team beat the blue team 17-10. The Panthers will appear again in Acrisure Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 31,...

Coach Pat Narduzzi speaks to his players after the Pitt football Blue-Gold Spring Game on Saturday afternoon at Acrisure Stadium.

Pitt football shows off quarterback depth, new look defense in 2024 Blue-Gold Spring Game

By Aidan Kasner, Senior Staff Writer April 14, 2024

After a 3-9 outing in its 2023 campaign, Pitt football made many notable changes to its roster and coaching staff this offseason in an effort to get back into the winning column. These changes took center...

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