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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) smiles after the team scores against the Washington Wizards during the second half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Jan. 30, in Washington.

Point-Counterpoint | Does Bronny James belong in the NBA?

By Ava Nicholas and Ari Meyer February 3, 2025

Bronny James is just another nepo baby // Ava Nicholas, Staff Writer Bronny James is a talented basketball player, but talent in and of itself does not justify having an NBA roster spot, and his stats...

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin on the sidelines in the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 8.

Point-Counterpoint | Should the Steelers move on from Mike Tomlin?

By Alex Porter and James Carter January 27, 2025

For the last 18 seasons, Mike Tomlin has led the Pittsburgh Steelers as their head coach. He’s had undisputable regular-season success, never finishing below .500, and has nabbed 11 playoff appearances....

Pitt football runs onto the field with head coach Pat Narduzzi during the game against Clemson in Acrisure Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024.

Point-Counterpoint | Should Pitt part ways with Pat Narduzzi?

By Ari Meyer and Grace McNally January 13, 2025

Head football coaches in the city of Pittsburgh are some of the most polarizing people in the area. There is hardly any middle ground opinions on Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin and Pitt head coach Pat...

A worker at the sports book in the Ocean Casino Resort counts money on Feb. 6, 2023, in Atlantic City, N.J.

Point-Counterpoint: Sports Gambling

By Conor Hutchison and Tommy O September 19, 2024

Sports gambling has found its way to the forefront of sports culture. We see countless Fanduel and DraftKings ads during sporting events, but is this a good or bad thing? Despite the popularity of the...

Taylor Swift, right, watches from a suite alongside Travis Kelce's mother, Donna Kelce, inside Arrowhead Stadium during the first half of an NFL football game between the Chicago Bears and Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo.

Point | The Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce love story is good for all parties

By Jermaine Sykes, Assistant Sports Editor October 3, 2023

This column is part of a point-counterpoint series. To read the opposing side, click here. The Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift “love story” is polarizing for many. The Swifties have swiftly become...

Taylor Swift, right, watches from a suite alongside Travis Kelce's mother, Donna Kelce, inside Arrowhead Stadium during the first half of an NFL football game between the Chicago Bears and Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo.

Counter-point | The media and fans are taking Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship too far

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor October 2, 2023

This column is part of a point-counterpoint series. To read the opposing side, click here. Here’s an interesting fact about myself — I grew up about 20 minutes away from Taylor Swift’s hometown...

PNC Park is the home of the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Point-Counterpoint | Is money the root of Pirates’ evils?

By Griffin Floyd, Staff Writer November 17, 2021
Staff writer Griffin Floyd argues that small market Major League Baseball teams like the Pittsburgh Pirates don’t need a salary cap in order to compete.
A stream of Pirates fans cross the Roberto Clemente bridge.

Point-Counterpoint | Money is the root of the Pirates’ problems

By Zack Gibney, Senior Staff Writer November 17, 2021
Senior staff writer Zack Gibney argues the Pirates’ shallow pockets put them at an insurmountable disadvantage compared to other MLB teams.
Opinion | Point: Universities should not bring students back to campus in the fall

Opinion | Point: Universities should not bring students back to campus in the fall

By Nate Kohler, Contributing Staff Member June 23, 2020
Exchanging the health of students and the community at large for being able to operate normally as a university is simply not worth the risk.
Opinion | Counterpoint: Schools should bring students back to campus in the fall

Opinion | Counterpoint: Schools should bring students back to campus in the fall

By Ana Altchek, Staff Columnist June 23, 2020
By keeping social distance guidelines, increasing tests and remaining vigilant and weary of spikes, universities can at least attempt to re-open — and they should.
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