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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
Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner scores in the first half against the Cleveland Browns during the NFL wild card playoff game on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Panthers in the NFL: 2021 Playoff Edition

By Carson Zaremski, Staff Writer • January 29, 2021
See how Pitt alums have performed in the postseason for this edition of Panthers in the NFL:
The Browns fired head coach Hue Jackson eight games into the 2018 season, eventually hiring Freddie Kitchens to replace Gregg Williams and Jackson.

‘Renting’ an NFL head coach: Does it actually work?

By Tyler Mathes, Staff Writer • October 14, 2020
Renting a coach in football, whether at the professional or collegiate level, doesn’t happen too often. “Renting” refers to an interim coach hired in the middle of a season to replace a coach who got sacked.
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald is shrouded in pregame fog before taking on the Seattle Seahawks at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on December 8, 2019.

Panthers in the Pros: Who to watch out for entering 2020 NFL season

By Tyler Mathes, Staff Writer • September 3, 2020
A plethora of great NFL players have come out of Pitt, including eight hall of fame inductees. Here are the former Panthers who should attract the most attention entering the 2020 season. 
Former Pitt running back LeSean McCoy amassed the most yards (10,434) of any back during the 2010s.

Pitt lands four on NFL All-Decade Team

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • April 8, 2020
Four former Pitt Panthers earned All-Decade honors, including defensive tackle Aaron Donald, running back LeSean McCoy, cornerback Darrelle Revis and wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald. 
LSU’s Heisman-winning quarterback Joe Burrow will likely be claimed as the first overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

The Pitt News NFL Mock Draft 2.0

By Adin Link, Staff Writer • March 16, 2020
Each year, the NFL Combine has massive implications for the upcoming NFL Draft — which won’t be held in Las Vegas as originally scheduled, but should still be held in some capacity on April 23.
LSU quarterback Joe Burrow runs away from Clemson defensive end Justin Foster during the College Football Playoff final.

The Pitt News NFL Mock Draft 1.0

By Adin Link, Staff Writer • February 7, 2020
With mock draft season fully underway, staff writer Adin Link rolls out his predictions for what the 2020 NFL Draft has in store, including draft-day trades that could shake things up.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) passes against San Francisco 49ers defensive linemen Arik Armstead during the second half of the 2020 Super Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on Sunday, Feb. 2.

Chiefs face unforgiving history in title defense

By Jack Clay, Staff Writer • February 3, 2020
And as an Eagles fan, I was rooting for former Philadelphia and current Kansas City head coach Andy Reid to get his first ring and a well-deserved cheeseburger. But my Eagles are a cautionary tale for how quickly Super Bowl champions can fall from grace.
Jim Covert celebrates the retirement of his number, 75, from Pitt Football. Heather Tennant | Staff Photographer

Pitt legend Jimbo Covert selected to Pro Football Hall of Fame

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • January 15, 2020
Pitt football legend Jimbo Covert, who played offensive tackle for the Panthers from 1978-82 and then for the Chicago Bears from 1983-90, was selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Wednesday morning.
Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick fights off Eagles defenders in the third quarter. The Eagles were called for roughing the passer on the play.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Crucial additions for fantasy playoffs

By Adin Link, Staff Writer • December 4, 2019
Only a select few fantasy teams remain as playoff season begins. With late-season injuries taking their toll, these players could prove vital to keeping your season alive.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield scrambles out of the pocket looking for a receiver in the first half, Nov. 14, 2019, at FirstEnergy Stadium.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Ride out Scarbrough, Hines during final byes

By Adin Link, Staff Writer • November 20, 2019
If your fantasy football team needs one last win to secure a spot in the playoffs, look to these players to step up during the NFL’s final bye week.
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