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
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.
Senior Dayon Hayes rushes the quarterback during Pitt Football's spring game at Acrisure Stadium.

Defense, quarterbacks shine in Pitt football Spring Game

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • April 15, 2023
Pitt hosted its annual Blue and Gold Spring Game on Saturday at Acrisure Stadium. The edition featured a new format, as the offense took on the defense in the exhibition. The defense ultimately won 33-32.
Wide receiver Gavin Thomson runs with the ball during the Blue-Gold spring football game on April 9, 2022.

Preview | Pitt football looks to showcase its talent at Blue-Gold Spring Game

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • April 13, 2023
Pitt football is back. The Panthers will showcase their new-look roster in the Blue and Gold Spring Game on Saturday at 1 p.m. Assistant Sports Editor Brian Sherry breaks down the key storylines coming into the matchup.
Pitt football helmets.

Column | Pitt football needs to seriously consider starting Christian Veilleux or Nate Yarnell at quarterback in 2023

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • April 5, 2023
Just like last offseason, Pitt football finds itself in the midst of a quarterback battle. Phil Jurkovec is the clear favorite, but the Panthers should not rule out Christian Veilleux and Nate Yarnell for the starting job.
Defensive lineman Calijah Kancey (8) runs around obstacles at NFL Pro Day on Wednesday.

Pitt football takeaways | SirVocea Dennis makes a statement, Calijah Kancey proves himself worthy of a first-round draft pick

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • March 30, 2023
Pitt hosted Pro Day on Wednesday, allowing over a dozen Pitt football players to showcase their talents in front of NFL scouts. Assistant Sports Editor Brian Sherry gives his takeaways from Pro Day.
Linebacker John Petrishen (0) catches a football during NFL Pro Day on Wednesday.

Former Pitt linebacker John Petrishen makes the most of his second chances

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • March 29, 2023
From injuries to the transfer portal, former Pitt linebacker John Petrishen has experienced the highs and lows of college football. Now, after participating in his second Pitt Pro Day, Petrishen said he will never give up on his dreams.
Pitt football players run with a weight during NFL Pro Day on Wednesday.

Pitt football players showcase their talents in front of NFL scouts at Pro Day

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • March 29, 2023
Pitt football hosted Pro Day on Wednesday at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. NFL scouts from across the country descended upon Pitt football’s practice facility to get a better look at the Panthers’ prospective NFL players.
Che Nwabuko at the Indoor Track and Field ACC Championships on Feb. 24.

With world-class speed, first-year Che Nwabuko looks to leave his mark on both Pitt football and track

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer • March 28, 2023
For first-year Che Nwabuko, balance is everything. Nwabuko is a dual-sport athlete, playing both football and track and field for Pitt. But with Nwabuko’s work ethic, balancing two sports and college academics isn’t too challenging.
A pile of Pitt footballs.

Braylan Lovelace, Pitt football 2023 recruiting class make press conference debuts

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • March 1, 2023
Incoming first-year Braylan Lovelace is a leader on the football field, in the classroom and just about everywhere else. He and other recent football signees continue to make their introductory press conferences since national signing day on Feb. 1.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) throws before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Baltimore on Jan. 1.

Column | Pitt quarterbacks as beers

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • February 22, 2023
Sometimes, football players remind fans of their favorite beer. Assistant sports editor Brian Sherry compares former and current Pitt quarterbacks to famous beer brands.
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