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The 247Sports Network updated its national rankings for the 2027 recruiting class this week, including both rising juniors currently committed to the Pitt Panthers.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / March 18

Florida Speedster Reacts to Pitt Offer

Given the success of running back Desmond Reid last season, it makes perfect sense that the Pitt Panthers would extend an offer to Jadarius Dobie. The 2026-class prospect offers similar all-purpose back qualities that Reid has shown at Western Carolina and Pitt.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / March 6

Early 2027 Commit Tyler Reid Loves What He Sees in Pitt Offense

Current Pitt running back Desmond Reid took spring break to return home and be with his family in Miami Gardens, Fla. and that meant spending time with his younger brother Tyler Reid.

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Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / March 6

Desmond Reid's Brother Commits to Pitt Football

PITTSBURGH — Pitt Panthers' star Desmond Reid will keep the legacy going at the program after he graduates following next season. Tyler Reid, a Class of 2027 recruit and brother of Desmond Reid, announced his commitment to Pitt on Twitter.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / February 26

Desmond Reid, Kyle Louis Earn More All-American Honors

If there’s an All-American list, you can count on either Kyle Louis or Desmond Reid being on that list — whether it was a 2024 All-American team or a way-too-early 2025 All-American team.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / February 23

Two Pitt Panthers Earn Top 100 Player Status

Kyle Louis and Desmond Reid have earned just about every offseason accolade possible since the season ended, so what’s one more? Reid and Louis have earned a top 100 ranking in in College Sports Network’s Top 100 returning players for the 2025 season.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / February 18

Ja’Kyrian Turner Has Enough Speed to Follow an All-American

Ja’Kyrian Turner is fast. Very fast. He’s also very new to Pittsburgh, so he hasn’t had a chance to race star running back Desmond Reid yet, but he wouldn’t shy away either.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / February 17

Pitt's Desmond Reid Cracks Top 10 RB List

PITTSBURGH — Pitt Panthers star Desmond Reid had a sensational 2024 season and ranks amongst the best in college football at his position. Max Chadwick of Pro Football Focus (PFF) ranked the top 10 returning running backs entering the 2025 season and placed Reid at No.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / February 14

Desmond Reid Included Among Top 10 RBs in 2025

Desmond Reid burst onto the scene as one of the best running backs in all of college football this season, and he’s in line to stay that way in 2025. PFF

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / February 3

Pitt Among Leaders in ‘Way-Too-Early’ Preseason All-Americans

Desmond Reid and Kyle were Pitt All-Americans after the 2024 season, and in the eyes of one college football writer, they will do it again in 2025. Pitt is one of just seven teams with multiple “Way-too-early” preseason All-Americans in Chris Low’s ESPN article.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / January 22

Two Pitt Football Stars Earn Top 100 Rankings for 2024 Season

Pitt football running back Desmond Reid and linebacker Kyle Louis put together elite seasons in 2024, earning All-American recognition and the pair added to those accolades on Tuesday.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / January 17

Pitt Star Earns Yet Another All-American Nod

Desmond Reid battled through his first season of FBS football after transferring from Western Carolina, but he certainly proved he belongs at the highest level of college football.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / January 16

Pitt Football Class of 2025 Breakdown: Versatility at Running Back

Desmond Reid did it all for Pitt football in 2024 as he thrived in the Panthers offense ranking fifth in the nation with 154.91 all-purpose yards and earning All-American recognition.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / January 16

Pitt Star Receives Another All-American Honor

PITTSBURGH -- A Pitt Panthers star received another honor for his play in 2024, establishing himself amongst the best in the nation. ESPN released their All-American teams and placed Panthers junior running back Desmond Reid as their Second Team All-American all-purpose back.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / January 4

Pitt RB Desmond Reid is in Elite Company

What may have started as a way to highlight Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo’s dominance morphed into a Desmond Reid appreciation post for Pitt fans — and a way to publicize his play on the field this season.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / December 26

Pitt RB Desmond Reid Playing in the GameAbove Sports Bowl

Desmond Reid has been one of the best playmakers in college football this season, and he will have one last chance to show it this season. Reid will play against Toledo in the GameAbove Sports Bowl, a source told Pittsburgh Sports Now.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / ACC Digital Network / December 18

Watch: Desmond Reid 2024 Regular Season Highlights | Pitt Running Back

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / December 17

Pitt Star Earns More All-American Recognition

PITTSBURGH -- Pitt Panthers star junior running back Desmond Reid continues to receive honors for his great play in 2024. The Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) announced their All-American Team and placed Desmond Reid as a Second Team All-Purpose back.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / December 16

Pitt Duo Earns AP All-American Honor

PITTSBURGH -- The Pitt Panthers had an exceptional duo that earned All-American recognition from the Associated Press for their play in 2024. The AP announced their All-American Team and named Panthers junior running Desmond Reid and redshirt sophomore linebacker Kyle Louis on the Second Team.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / October 16

There’s No One Like Pitt RB Desmond Reid in College Football

“Desmond Reid for Heisman,” a voice called out. Reid himself laughed. He was stepping out of an elevator following his postgame interview in a classroom building just outside Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio last month.

College Football News / Field Level Media / October 12

No. 22 Pitt edges Cal, improves to 6-0

Pittsburgh's Desmond Reid ran 72 yards on a fourth-down play in the second quarter, California's Ryan Coe missed a potential go-ahead field goal with 1:50 remaining and the Panthers held on for a 17-15 Atlantic Coast Conference victory over the visiting Golden Bears on Saturday afternoon.

College Football News / Cal Bears on SI / October 12

Cal Football Game Summary: Bears Lose a Close One to No. 22 Pitt

Cal lost another heartbreaker, falling to No. 22 Pittsburgh 17-15 Saturday afternoon in Pittsburgh. Both teams had two touchdowns and one field goal, but a missed two-point conversion attempt after Cal's first touchdown and another failed two-point conversion on its second touchdown were the difference.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / ACC Digital Network / October 12