Pittsburgh Panthers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Former Steelers' Son Chooses Indiana Over Pitt Football

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers missed out on a local football recruit, who chose the Big Ten instead. Lawrence "Jay" Timmons, son of former Steelers linebacker Lawrence Timmons, who plays for nearby Pine Richland High School in Gibsonia, Pa., announced his commitment to Indiana, following an official visit there this past weekend.

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Dynamic Receiver Adds Pitt Panthers to Top 5

When Ayson Theus visited the Pitt Panthers last month, it was unclear if he was truly giving the ACC school a serious look. The primary reason for traveling from Texas to Pennsylvania last month was to compete in a 7-on-7 tournament with teammate Angelo Renda.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 29

Pitt Volleyball Freshman, 2026 Commits Make USA U19 Roster

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers will have one of their volleyball players, plus two commitments representing the program at the national level this summer.

M.J. Devonshire News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 28

Panthers Claim Former Pitt DB Off Waivers

PITTSBURGH — The Carolina Panthers have brought on a former Pitt player in a recent transaction. Ryan McFadden of ESPN reported that Carolina claimed Las Vegas Raiders cornerback M.J.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 28

Pitt Football Sends Top Recruiters to Texas

Few states from coast to coast offer the volume of Power Four-capable varsity football players than the Lone Star State, a key region for the Pitt Panthers this week.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 28

New Pitt QB Set Significant Record Last Season

It was a good news/bad news day for Pitt Panthers when a quarterback from the portal announced his commitment roughly two hours before the projected No.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 28

Pitt Panthers WR Recruit Sets Commitment Date

The Pitt Panthers have a shot at landing one of the top receivers in the state of New Jersey. On Sunday, Nyqir Helton out of Atco (NJ) Winslow Township High School announced plans to make a commitment to one of the five contenders on June 27.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 28

Despite New Commitment, Pitt Panthers Still Thin at QB

Amid recent transfer portal developments, the Pitt Panthers roster was strengthened in a few areas while a crucial position took a big hit. In reviewing

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 27

Will 3-Star LB Follow Teammate to Pitt Panthers?

Cass Technical High School — better known as Cass Tech — churns out significant college talent for a Midwestern varsity program, including one of the four 2026 prospects currently committed to scholarship offers from the Pitt Panthers.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 27

Pitt Football WPIAL 2026 Target Commits to Stanford

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers missed out on another WPIAL football recruit who chose to take his talents to another ACC school. Peters Township tight end Lucas Shanafelt, a Class of 2026 recruit, announced his commitment to Stanford on Twitter.

Julian Dugger News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 26

Pitt QB Julian Dugger Enters Transfer Portal

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers have lost one of their young quarterbacks to the transfer portal, following the end of spring practices. Pitt redshirt freshman Julian Dugger announced via Twitter that he is entering the transfer portal after just one season with the program.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 26

Pitt Lands Oklahoma Transfer QB

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers added another quarterback to their roster, but this time, through the transfer portal. Cole Gonzales, who spent the spring semester with Oklahoma, recently entered the transfer portal and announced his commitment to Pitt.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 26

Pitt Lands Oklahoma Transfer QB

Will Lightning-Fast Jacob Thomas Stick with Pitt?

It wasn’t long after Jacob Thomas announced his commitment to the Pitt Panthers when it became clear that many other schools would ramp up the pursuit

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 26

Pitt Transfer WR Lands at New School

PITTSBURGH — A former Pitt Panthers wide receiver has landed with a new program, where they'll try and start their college football career. Cameron Monteiro, who spent his true freshman season with Pitt in 2024, announced that he signed with Akron.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 25

Five Most Consequential Players on Pitt's Defense

PITTSBURGH — How will the Pitt Panthers' defense operate this fall? With two of college football’s 10 best linebackers returning alongside multiple starting defensive linemen, both starting cornerbacks and more, Randy Bates could field a quality unit in 2025. Who are the five most consequential players within that group? Let’s break it down.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 25

Pitt Football Lands Marshall Transfer TE

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers continue focusing their recruitment efforts on the transfer portal following spring practices, looking at areas of need on the roster and adding on.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 25

Pitt Volleyball 2026 Commit Reclassifies to 2025

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers will have a volleyball commitment come earlier than planned, as she'll join the team for next season. Izzy Masten, who committed to Pitt on June 21, 2024 as a part of the Class of 2026, reclassified to the Class of 2025, according to an interview she did with Brian Haenchen of the Indy Star.

Pittsburgh Panthers News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 25

Pitt Volleyball 2026 Commit Reclassifies to 2025

Teammates Targeted by Pitt Add Notable Offers

Two of the most compelling recruits on the Pitt Panthers' 2026 board are teammates in-state. Tight end Lucas Shanafelt and linebacker/edge rusher Reston Lehman out of Peters Township represent that duo.

Donovan McMillon News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / April 24

Watch: Draft Hopeful Donovan McMillon Pitt Highlights

Alongside teammates in tight end Gavin Bartholomew, receiver Konata Mumpfield, tackle Branson Taylor, linebacker Brandon George and others, Pitt Panthers safety Donovan McMillon has his fingers crossed that his name will be called on Day Three of the NFL Draft.