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
Junior defensive lineman Dayon Hayes (50) before the ACC football championship game against Wake Forest in Charlotte on Dec. 4, 2021.

Pitt junior defensive end Dayon Hayes arrested, charged with simple assault

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • November 7, 2022
Pitt junior defensive end Dayon Hayes has been charged with one count of simple assault following a violent dispute with his girlfriend. Head coach Pat Narduzzi said that any disciplinary action from the team “will remain a private matter.”
Syracuse sophomore defensive back Ja’Had Carter (1) catches an interception during Pitt football’s game against Syracuse at Acrisure Stadium.

Takeaways | Slovis deserves credit, Panthers can still run without Abanikanda

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • November 6, 2022
Following Pitt’s 19-9 victory against No. 20 Syracuse on Saturday, Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes gives his takeaways on the team’s strong defensive performance and ability to run the ball without star running back Israel Abanikanda.
Senior wide receiver Jared Wayne (5) catches the ball during Pitt football’s game against Syracuse Saturday night.

Panthers defense stout, knock off No. 20 Syracuse 19-9

By Brian Sherry, Staff Writer • November 5, 2022
Pitt’s defense was exceptional against No. 20 Syracuse, finishing with six total sacks including a game-sealing safety by Deslin Alexander in their 19-9 upset victory.
Pitt senior quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) throws the ball during a game against Georgia Tech earlier this month.

Column | It’s time Pitt makes a change at quarterback

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor • October 23, 2022
Pitt football dropped its third game of the season on Saturday. Sports Editor Dalton Coppola argues a change at quarterback will help the Panthers going forward.
A Virginia Tech player is tackled during Saturday’s game against Virginia Tech at Acrisure Stadium.

Virginia Tech Takeaways | Abanikanda can’t keep winning games by himself

By Frankie Richetti, Senior Staff Writer • October 10, 2022
Following Pitt’s 45-29 victory against Virginia Tech this weekend, senior staff writer Frankie Richetti argues that the Panthers need to find strengths in their passing game to take the burden off Israel Abanikanda.
Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi walks the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Western Michigan, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Kalamazoo, Mich.

Pitt drops out of AP, coaches polls after upset loss to Georgia Tech

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • October 3, 2022
Pitt football dropped out of this week’s Associated Press ranking following its 26-21 upset loss to Georgia Tech. The omission marks the first time the Panthers are out of the ranking since week nine last season.
A Georgia Tech player, left, and Pitt senior defensive back A.J. Woods (25) reach for the ball during Saturday’s game.

Georgia Tech Takeaways | Panthers are seeing history repeat itself

By Frankie Richetti, Senior Staff Writer • October 2, 2022
Following Pitt’s 26-21 loss to Georgia Tech on Saturday, Senior Staff Writer Frankie Richetti gives his takeaways on the game, giving his opinion on the Panther’s offensive play calling and advising fans to temper their expectations.
Students cheer before the Pitt vs. WVU football game.

Sports Podcast | The Pitt football season so far

By Brian Sherry, Jermaine Sykes, and Sinead McDevitt • October 2, 2022
The Pitt Sports Podcast is back! Staff writers Brian Sherry and Jermaine Sykes discuss Pitt football’s performance so far this season, and make predictions about the collegiate football landscape as a whole.
Senior running back Vincent Davis (22) runs with the ball during Pitt football's game against Rhode Island Saturday afternoon.

Rhode Island takeaways | M.J. Devonshire is a playmaker, Israel Abanikanda might be a Heisman candidate

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • September 25, 2022
Following Pitt’s 45-24 victory against Rhode Island on Saturday, Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes gives his takeaways on the game, including his opinion on the Panthers’ passing scheme and Israel Abanikanda’s chances at being named a Heisman candidate.
Pitt players tackle a Rhode Island player during Pitt football's game against Rhode Island Saturday afternoon.

Panthers hold at No. 24 in AP poll

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • September 25, 2022
Pitt football maintained its No. 24 ranking in the AP poll following Saturday's victory against Rhode Island. The Panthers also managed to jump back into the coaches poll rankings, grabbing the No. 24 spot.
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