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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
Pittsburgh's Blake Hinson (2) drives past Michigan's Terrance Williams II (5) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game at the Legend Classic on Wednesday in New York.

Michigan pummels Panthers in Legends Classic

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • November 17, 2022
The Panthers traveled to the Barclays Center in New York to compete in the Legends Classic on Wednesday night. Despite a close game to start, the Wolverines laid it on the Panthers in the second half, winning 91-60.
Pitt footballs.

Counterpoint | College football shouldn’t expand to a 12-team playoff

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • September 27, 2022
Staff writer Jermaine Sykes argues that the College Football Playoff Committee doesn’t need to expand to a 12-team playoff because it will ultimately lead to “superconferences” that further conference bias.
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) tries to get past Detroit Lions linebacker James Houston (59) during a preseason football game on Aug. 28 in Pittsburgh.

Column | Steelers offensive line performance key to success for Steelers’ season

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • September 8, 2022
Staff writer Jermaine Sykes argues that the Steelers’ offensive line and how it plays is the difference between a winning and losing season in 2022.
Column | EA should prioritize consumers in new college football video game

Column | EA should prioritize consumers in new college football video game

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • July 8, 2022
EA Sports announced it will revive its college football video game, with an intended release for Summer 2023. EA hasn’t released a college football game since 2013, and fans are highly anticipating getting their hands on the newest edition. 
Pitt first-year utility position player Josh Overbeek (17) prepares to bat during Friday’s game against the University of Virginia.

Panthers baseball wins rollercoaster series versus No. 6 Virginia

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • April 17, 2022
With a 4-1 victory on Easter Sunday against No. 6 Virginia, Pitt baseball won its fourth consecutive ACC series. The win boosts the Panthers’ chances of reaching the NCAA Tournament.
Pitt senior outfielder Ron Washington Jr. (23) at an April 2021 baseball game.

Pitt baseball takes three of four in Music City College Classic

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • February 28, 2022
Pitt baseball leaned on strong pitching and clutch hitting to notch three wins against Lipscomb and Bradley during last weekend’s Music City College Classic. The Panthers are now above .500 for the first time this year.
The New York Jets enter the field at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Oct. 10, 2021.

Take 5: Ohtani, Olympics, Optimism about the Jets and more

By The Pitt News Staff • February 18, 2022
The Pitt News Staff is feeling optimistic, even about the New York Jets. They tackle that, the Olympics, an NCAA Tournament sleeper and more in this week’s Take 5.
Matt Gilbertson pitches during a baseball game against North Carolina in 2021.

Pitt baseball looks to start the season strong this weekend vs. Canisius

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • February 16, 2022
The Panthers will travel to Florida for a four-game series against the Canisius Golden Griffins, starting Friday at noon. Games will continue as the teams play a doubleheader on Saturday, before finishing off the series on Sunday.
Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett throws a pass during the first half of the NCAA Senior Bowl football game on Feb. 5 in Mobile, Alabama.

Former Pitt football stars put on strong showing at 2022 Senior Bowl

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • February 10, 2022
February marks the end of the NFL’s season and the beginning of draft season. NFL prospects — including three former Panthers — competed in last week’s Senior Bowl practices and game, hoping to increase their stocks in the upcoming NFL Draft.
Las Vegas Raider wide receiver Hunter Renfrow, center, runs with the ball during Sunday’s Pro Bowl NFL football game in Las Vegas.

Column | The Pro Bowl is an embarrassment in current state, needs changes

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • February 6, 2022
In recent years, the Pro Bowl has turned into a game with no stakes played between two uninterested teams in front of an apathetic audience. Staff writer Jermaine Sykes argues that the game is an embarrassment to the league and needs changes.
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