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
Redshirt freshman wide receiver Che Nwabuko (21) runs with the ball during the Pitt football spring game on April 15 at Acrisure Stadium.

Sports news students may have missed over summer

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor • August 23, 2023

Over the summer, some students struggle with keeping up to date with the fast-paced, ever-changing environment of Pitt athletics. But fear not — The Pitt News sports desk has compiled a summary of the...

Sophomore running back Rodney Hammond Jr. (6) and another Pitt player celebrate at a game against Syracuse at Acrisure Stadium on Nov. 5, 2022

Preview | Pitt football enters 2023 season with a lot of question marks

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor • August 8, 2023

11After posting a 20-7 overall record and finishing in the top 25 over the past two seasons, Pitt football enters a crucial year in 2023. The departures of several key players has left the team in need...

Pitt fans celebrate in the stands of Acrisure Stadium during the Backyard Brawl against WVU on Sept. 1, 2022.

New student guide to Pitt football games

By Jermaine Sykes, Assistant Sports Editor • August 4, 2023

One of the most anticipated features of fall semesters in Oakland is the return of Pitt football. In recent years, the Panthers gave fans plenty of memorable moments — such as their first ACC championship...

Buffalo Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin and his brother, Damir Hamlin, at a charity softball event at the Charles L. Cost Field on Saturday evening.

Feature | Damar Hamlin reflects on past and future during CPR tour

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor • July 11, 2023

Standing beside a podium at PNC Park in the North Shore, Bills safety Damar Hamlin was quiet, silently waiting for his time to take the stage. Finally, a representative from the mayor's office introduced...

Pitt football helmets.

Pitt football boasts one of the nation’s top recruiting classes for 2024

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor • June 28, 2023
After years of failing to compete with the nation’s best teams in recruiting, Pitt football’s luck is finally changing. The Panthers’ 2024 recruiting class currently ranks 19th in the nation and boasts some impressive talent.
Column | Don’t hate on Kedon Slovis

Column | Don’t hate on Kedon Slovis

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor • June 20, 2023
After a turbulent 2022 football season, many fans are not so keen to give former quarterback Kedon Slovis any love for his efforts. But sports editor Brian Sherry argues that fans should not hate Slovis for his performance at Pitt.
A pile of Pitt footballs.

Pitt football headed in new direction with first-year players

By Jack Markowski, Senior Staff Writer • June 13, 2023
Pitt football underwent a roster overhaul this offseason as many key contributors moved on to the next level, opening up playing time for the Panthers’ newcomers. Senior Staff Writer Jack Markowski previews the first-year players that could step up and make an impact for Pitt in the 2023 season.
Defensive lineman Calijah Kancey (8) runs around obstacles at NFL Pro Day on March 29.

Feature | Pitt football draftees look to make splash with new teams

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor • May 30, 2023
As spring turns to summer, NFL fans will continue to get a look at this year’s rookie class. Sports Editor Brian Sherry examines how each Pitt rookie is doing with their new team.
Acrisure Stadium on the North Shore.

Column | Predicting the Steelers’ 2023-2024 campaign

By Matthew Scabilloni, Staff Writer • May 24, 2023
As the NFL just released its official 2023 schedule, it’s time for fans to start speculating about how the season will play out. Staff Writer Matthew Scabilloni gives his predictions on the Steelers 2023-2024 campaign.
Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Jerome Bettis speaking at a press conference on May 18.

National Sports Brain Bank created, researches causes and treatments for sports-related brain injuries

By Spencer Levering, Staff Writer • May 23, 2023
The University of Pittsburgh’s School of Medicine announced the creation of the National Sports Brain Bank, a study that researches causes of and treatments for contact sport-related neurodegenerative disorders.
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