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
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) puts on his helmet during an NFL football Super Bowl team practice, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, in Tempe, Ariz.

Take Four | From quarterback talk to controversial skating star

By The Pitt News Staff • October 10, 2024

This Is Jesse Puljujärvi’s Make-Or-Break Year // Alex Kiger It’s not often a player’s eighth NHL season is his “make-or-break” year, but that is where Pittsburgh Penguins forward Jesse Puljujärvi...

Sophomore outside hitter Torrey Stafford dances with her teammates after following their sweep of Penn State at the Petersen Events Center.

Take 4 | Pitt News sports desk gives four quick takes before the weekend

By The Pitt News Staff • September 19, 2024

Torrey Stafford is easily a national player of the year candidate // Matthew Scabilloni Sophomore outside hitter Torrey Stafford is hitting .393 from the left pin. That’s over .100 points higher than...

Green Bay Packers' Jordan Love warms up before a preseason NFL football game Saturday, Aug. 24, in Green Bay, Wis.

The Pitt News Sports NFL 2024 season take four

By The Pitt News Staff • September 3, 2024

The 2024 NFL season is almost upon us, and the Pitt News Sports desk believes it’s a great opportunity to share its hottest takes on the upcoming season.  Jordan Love is my sneaky favorite for 2024-2025...

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Oct. 22, in Inglewood, Calif.

Take Five | The Pitt News sports desk gives takes for the upcoming NBA season, the ongoing NFL season and more

By The Pitt News Staff • October 24, 2023

With fall sports in full swing and winter sports on the horizon, the end of October is a prime time for sports fans. From the return of the NBA to the middle of the NFL season, The Pitt News sports desk...

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) warms up before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Oct. 8.

Former Pitt football players making an impact in the NFL

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor • October 11, 2023

With ten Pro Football Hall of Famers and 336 NFL alumni, Pitt football has a history of producing talent for the big leagues. Currently, 27 former Panthers are on active NFL rosters — 12 are No. 1 on...

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce talks to the media, Friday, Oct. 6, at the team's training facility in Kansas City, Mo.

Opinion | The hottest football players right now

By Kelly Xiong, Senior Staff Columnist • October 11, 2023
I’ve noticed a pattern of who is constantly trending and talked about. So here is a list of who I think the hottest football players are right now — though, whether or not you find them attractive or hot is to each their own. 
Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison (2) fumbles the ball in front of Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Mario Goodrich (31) and Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nicholas Morrow (41) during the second half of an NFL football game Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, in Philadelphia.

Editorial | The reality of racism in football has made itself known again

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • September 21, 2023
An alarming amount of news articles have made the headlines about football fans hurling attacks and racist remarks at the players. Between the messages to Mattison and the University of Alabama fans’ racist and homophobic comments to Texas football players, we are beginning to see conversations on race and football spark back up. 
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.
Column | Pitt is a top-tier NFL pipeline

Column | Pitt is a top-tier NFL pipeline

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor • May 16, 2023
Teams like Alabama and Ohio State are constantly regarded as elite NFL talent producers. But what about Pitt? Sports editor Brian Sherry argues Pitt is a top-tier NFL pipeline.
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