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Pitt Panthers fans know what to expect from standout players like Kyle Louis, Jimmy Scott, Rasheem Biles, Rashad Battle and more. What about emerging players battling for two-deep roles this off-season?

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 21

Front Seven Risers in Pitt Spring Camp

In the final press conference before the Pitt Panthers spring game, defensive coordinator Randy Bates took the podium. He returns several key players

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 16

Kyle Louis Reflects on Pitt Linebacker Culture

Asking Kyle Louis what was behind the surge in success in the Pitt Panthers linebacker position was a good question in the post-spring game press conference.

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Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 14

Pitt LB Coach Pleased with Kyle Louis and Cam Lindsey

Was Pitt Panthers linebackers coach Ryan Manalac caught off guard when Kyle Louis launched a touchdown pass early in the Blue-Gold Game? “Heck no,” Coach Manalac said in the post-game presser (available on YouTube).

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 13

Details Behind Pitt LB Kyle Louis Spring Game TD Pass

Ahead of the Pitt Panthers Blue-Gold Game on Saturday, it’s likely no one would’ve guessed that star linebacker Kyle Louis would throw the first touchdown

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 12

Pitt Spring Game: Kyle Louis Throws First Touchdown Pass

The first touchdown pass in the Pitt Panthers spring game on Saturday wasn't delivered by returning starting quarterback Eli Holstein. Projected backup quarterback Julian Dugger didn't throw it.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 11

Watch: Pitt LB Kyle Louis Mic'd Up

The Pitt Panthers media team churned out another edition of Mic'd Up today, a video segment that previously featured defensive line coach Tim Daoust and center Lyndon Cooper.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / February 28

Pitt Early Enrollee Linebackers Learning All-American Mindset

If you want to be an All-American, you have to train and prepare like an All-American. That means early mornings and late nights, extra time spent on the field, more iron being pumped in the weight room and even more hours allotted to review film.

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.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / January 28

Pitt LB Duo Ranked Top 10 in Power 4

PITTSBURGH -- The Pitt Panthers had two of the best linebackers in the country last season, as they had fantastic showings in 2024. Pro Football Focus (PFF) released their top 10 highest-graded linebackers in the Power 4, and had redshirt sophomore Kyle Louis at No.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / January 24

ACC Opener for the Pitt Panthers Announced

The ACC opener will be a reunion for new Pitt wide receiver Cataurus Hicks. Pitt will open its 2025 conference slate with a home game against the Louisville Cardinals, the first conference game to be announced this offseason.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / January 9

Pitt Football Class of 2025 Breakdown: Early Impact Linebackers

During the past two seasons, Pitt has provided an opportunity for its young linebackers to get involved and make an immediate impact. Redshirt sophomore

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / December 27

Pitt First Team All-American Linebacker Announces Return for 2025

A day after Pitt football completed its season with a loss in the GameAbove Sports Bowl against Toledo, the Panthers received some big news as All-American linebacker Kyle Louis announced that he is returning for the 2025 season.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / December 27

Pitt Star LB Will Return for 2025 Season

PITTSBURGH -- The Pitt Panthers will one of their best players back in 2025, bolstering the defense for next season. Panthers redshirt sophomore linebacker Kyle Louis announced on Twitter that he will return to the team next season.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / December 26

Watch: Pitt Blocks PAT, Returns for 2-Point Conversion

DETROIT -- The Pitt Panthers gave up an early touchdown vs. Toledo in the GameAbove Sports Bowl at Ford Field, but they also made a great play at the end of the drive.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 26

Pitt-Toledo bowl game featured wild special teams play

Pittsburgh and Toledo squared off in the GameAbove Sports Bowl on Thursday, and things got off to a crazy start for the two teams. Toledo received the opening kickoff at Ford Field in Detroit, Mich., and wasted no time moving down the field.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / December 18

Pitt LB Earns First Team All-American Honors

PITTSBURGH -- Pitt Panthers redshirt sophomore linebacker Kyle Louis had an incredible 2024 campaign and is receiving national recognition for it. The Sporting News named Louis as a First Team All-American, making him the 100th Panther to earn the honor.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / November 27

Pitt Snap Count vs. Louisville Revealed

PITTSBURGH -- The Pitt Panthers suffered their fourth consecutive defeat, in a 37-9 blowout loss to the Louisville Cardinals on the road in Week 13, 37-9.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / November 23

Pitt Reveals Travel Roster vs. Louisville

PITTSBURGH -- The Pitt Panthers revealed their travel roster ahead of their Week 13 road matchup vs. the Louisville Cardinals. Quarterback Eli Holstein Nate Yarnell Ty Dieffenbach David Lynch (Walk-On) Jake Frantl (Walk-On) Running Back Desmond Reid Rodney Hammond Jr.

College Football News / Louisville Cardinals on SI / November 22

Points of Emphasis: Louisville vs. Pitt

After a little more than a month away from home, the Louisville football program is finally returning to L&N Stadium, and will be taking on Pitt as part of both their ACC and home finale.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / November 20

Watch: Kyle Louis, Pitt Players Recap Clemson, Talk Louisville

PITTSBURGH — Pitt football linebacker Kyle Louis, running back Desmond Reid, offensive lineman Ryan Baer and cornerback Ryland Gandy spoke with the media recapping the Clemson loss and previewing Louisville.

College Football News / Louisville Cardinals on SI / November 19

Depth Charts: Louisville vs. Pitt

After more than a month away from L&N Stadium, the Louisville football program is finally returning home, taking on Pitt in their last home game of the 2024 season.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / October 29

Pitt LB Kyle Louis Added to National Defensive MVP Watchlist

Kyle Louis has played his way into All-ACC and All-American status so far this season, but he’s up for even higher accolades. Louis has been added to the midseason Chuck Bednarik Award watchlist, which is the honor given annually to the top defensive player in college football.