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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

Pitts James Conner evades Syracuses Ted Taylor in the second quarter Nov. 26, 2016, at Heinz Field. Pitt won, 76-61.

Prediction: Orange to squeeze out victory over Panthers

By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer October 4, 2018
Syracuse looks to bounce back from a narrow loss against No. 4 Clemson, while the Panthers are reeling from a blowout loss to No. 12 UCF.
Senior running back Qadree Ollison (30) picked up 49 yards at Pitts 45-14 loss to UCF Saturday. (Photo by Anna Bongardino | Visual Editor)

Three takeaways from Pitt’s 45-14 loss to UCF

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor October 1, 2018
The Panthers produced their worst game of the season Saturday against the University of Central Florida, allowing a season-high 568 yards and gaining a season-low 272 yards.
Pitt Athletic’s “Pitt: Beyond the Script” TV show is the first sports show Pitt has produced in over a decade. (Photo courtesy of Pitt Athletics)

Column: New Pitt show has yet to go ‘Beyond the Script’

By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer September 27, 2018
Pitt Athletics says it's looking to expose fans to every Panther sports team with its new television show “Pitt: Beyond the Script," but it could do better.
Former Pitt offensive lineman Alex Officer at Pitt Pro Day on March 21. (Photo by Mackenzie Rodrigues | Contributing Editor)

Former Pitt lineman Alex Officer diagnosed with bone cancer

By Griffin Floyd, Staff Writer September 26, 2018
Alex Officer, a former standout on Pitt’s offensive line, announced last week that he was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer.
The North Carolina Tar Heels defeated the Panthers 34-31 at Heinz Field last November.

Three takeaways from Pitt’s ugly UNC loss

By Michael Nitti, Staff Writer September 24, 2018
The Panthers once again disappeared in the second half against UNC, continuing a disappointing season-long trend.
Senior running back Darrin Hall (22), pictured here against Georgia Tech, led Pitt with 84 rushing yards in their loss to North Carolina.

Panthers falter in second half, lose sixth straight ACC game to UNC

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor September 22, 2018
The Panthers faded after leading 28-21 at halftime, getting outscored 17-7 and outgained by 138 yards in the second half.
Senior running back Darrin Hall (22), pictured here against Georgia Tech, led Pitt with 84 rushing yards in their loss to North Carolina.

Halftime recap: Pitt versus UNC

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor September 22, 2018
A victory over UNC would be Pitt’s first since moving to the ACC, with the team having lost all five previous meetings.
Redshirt senior running back Qadree Ollison (30) celebrates after running for Pitts first touchdown against Georgia Tech.

Three takeaways from Pitt’s first ACC win

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor September 16, 2018
Accounting for all the highs and lows, here are some of the foremost takeaways from Pitt’s ACC-opening win against Georgia Tech.
Redshirt senior running back Qadree Ollison (30) celebrates after running for Pitts first touchdown against Georgia Tech.

Photos: Pitt Football vs. Georgia Tech

By Sarah Cutshall and Thomas Yang September 15, 2018

On a sunny Saturday afternoon, Pitt fans witnessed a complete turn-around of Panther football. Exhibiting a major improvement from last week’s game against Penn State, the Panthers showed promise both...

Redshirt sophomore defensive lineman Patrick Jones II (91) makes an illegal face-mask grab while attempting to sack Penn State senior quarterback Trace McSorley (9).

Takeaways from Pitt’s blowout loss in Keystone Clash

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor September 10, 2018
The Pitt football team put forth a pitiful effort in Saturday night’s 51-6 blowout loss to in-state rival Penn State — here are some of the biggest takeaways from that game.
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