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Pitt HC Jeff Capel Addresses Loss to SMU

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers had a close game early on vs. SMU, but a terrible showing in the second half saw them falter in an 86-67 defeat at the Petersen Events Center.

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Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / February 7

Pitt Guard Out Injured vs. SMU

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers will once again not have one of their most important players as they head into their next ACC matchup. Pitt announced that sophomore guard Brandin Cummings will not play vs.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / February 6

Pitt Ranked Among Worst ACC Transfer Portal Classes

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers brought in their second-largest transfer portal class to date with 16 new additions, but in the recruiting rankings, it's the lowest-rated class the program has ever signed.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / February 6

Tim Daoust Growing Strong Bond With Pitt's Newcomers

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers added five defensive linemen through the transfer portal and the high school ranks this past recruiting cycle, and position coach Tim Daoust was a big reason why.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / February 6

Top Five Moments of Larry Fitzgerald's Pitt Career

PITTSBURGH — Larry Fitzgerald served as one of the best wide receivers in college football during his two seasons at Pitt and has now received the ultimate reward.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / February 3

Pitt Severely Outmatched in Loss to Virginia

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers struggled to keep up with No. 18 Virginia in almost every aspect, suffering a 67-47 blowout road defeat. The loss for the Panthers drops them to 9-14 overall, 2-8 in the ACC and 1-6 on the road, while the Cavaliers improve to 19-3 overall, 8-2 in the ACC and 11-1 at home.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / February 3

Pitt Guard Out vs. Virginia With Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers head into their road matchup against No. 18 Virginia without one of their most important players. Panthers sophomore guard Brandin Cummings won't play vs.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / February 2

Pitt Adds WPIAL Walk-On OL, Brother of Star Wrestler

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers have received a commitment from Derry Area High School offensive lineman Dylan Pitzer, he announced on Feb. 2. Pitzer announced that he received an offer from Pitt on Jan.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / January 31

Poor Shooting Dooms Pitt in Defeat to Clemson

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers had a poor end to the first half and couldn't make up for it later on in their 63-52 loss to No. 22 Clemson on the road.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / January 29

Pitt Adds WPIAL Walk-On OT

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers have received a commitment from Class of 2026 offensive tackle Sean Franklin from Mars, Pa., he announced on Jan. 29. "Thank you to all of my family, friends and coaches for all of their support throughout this journey.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / January 29

Big Changes Could Be Coming to Pitt Basketball

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers are in the midst of one of the more uninspiring basketball seasons in recent history. At 9-12 (2-6 ACC), Jeff Capel and the Panthers are on pace for the program's first losing season since 2021-22.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / January 29

Pitt AD Allen Greene Reveals More Potential Stadium Changes

PITTSBURGH — Pitt Athletic Director Allen Greene made headlines on Jan. 28 after his decision to reduce Acrisure Stadium's capacity from 68,400 to 51,416 for all Pitt Panthers home football games in 2026.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / January 28

Pitt Announces Acrisure Stadium Changes to Boost Fan Atmosphere

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers have announced changes to Acrisure Stadium for all home games for the 2026 season. Athletic Director Allen Green announced in a press release on Jan.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / January 26

Pitt Releases Dates For 2026 Football Schedule

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers released the entire 2026 football schedule on Jan. 26. All times and TV designations will be announced at a later date. This schedule will feature a nine-game conference slate for the first time, in addition to just three non-conference games.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / January 26

Pitt Volleyball 2026 Season Opener Revealed

PITTSBURGH —The Pitt Panthers volleyball program is coming off another strong season in 2025 and will begin their 2026 campaign with high expectations as well.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / ACC Digital Network / January 24

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Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / January 24

Free Throw Shooting Woes Continue to Doom Pitt

The Pitt Panthers were handed their 12th loss of the season against NC State, falling by a score of 81-72 at home. This loss puts them dead last in the ACC.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / ACC Digital Network / January 24

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Pat Narduzzi News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / January 23

Pitt's Pat Narduzzi Visits Two Top WPIAL Recruits

PITTSBURGH — With college football season coming to a close and transfer portal recruiting finalized, Pat Narduzzi and the Pitt Panthers are back on the high school recruiting trail.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / ACC Digital Network / January 22

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Aaron Donald News / Yardbarker / January 14

Aaron Donald highlights 2026 College Football Hall of Fame class

Aaron Donald is best-known to the average football fan for the legendary NFL career he put together with the St. Louis Rams and then the Los Angeles Rams.

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Michigan Wolverines Secure the 'Leg' of the Future in Punter Trey Butkowski

Let’s be honest for a second: nobody really cares about the kicker until the clock is ticking down, the stadium is shaking, and the game is on the line.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 27

East Carolina bests Pittsburgh in turnover-filled Military Bowl

The Pirates only had 11 total first downs in the game to Pittsburgh's 24 and went 2-of-15 on third down, but they forced five turnovers and took better care of the football.

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Pittsburgh Panthers News / Yardbarker / November 4

Pitt is going to be a chaotic, impactful team in CFP race

The race for the ACC Championship game is going to be absolute mayhem over the next four weeks as six teams (Virginia, Georgia Tech, Louisville, Pitt, SMU and Duke) all have one loss or less in the conference standings, with Miami trying to hang in the race with two losses.

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