Five moments from Pitt's opening win
Pitt's official feature revisits five moments from the 59–14 victory over Miami (Ohio). The selections connect the opening-day atmosphere with individual contributions on offense, defense, and special teams.
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Heintschel throws seven touchdowns in Pitt opener
Quarterback Mason Heintschel threw seven touchdown passes as Pitt defeated Miami (Ohio) 59–14. The official recap tracks the Panthers' passing production and the range of receivers involved in the season-opening victory.
Pitt's opener displays its offensive depth
Pitt examines how a wide range of offensive contributors shaped the win over Miami (Ohio). The feature focuses on the receivers who reached the end zone and the preparation behind the team's distribution of opportunities.
Pitt's ACC schedule pairs nine home and nine road games
Robin Harmony's Panthers open league play at Georgia Tech and finish with visits to Stanford and California. SMU is their repeat opponent as a largely new roster enters the season.
Pitt revisits Marcedes Walker's role in its resurgence
Ahead of Walker's Hall of Fame induction, the university profiles her recruitment and contribution to the program's growth. The story follows the path from a rebuilding team to three consecutive postseason appearances.
Harmony's first Pitt season starts with six home games
The Panthers open against Saint Peter's on November 3 before a Thanksgiving trip to the Christmas City Classic. Their 11-game nonconference slate finishes with Sacred Heart, Mercyhurst and Duquesne at the Petersen Events Center.
Pitt announces its nonconference schedule
The Panthers will play nine nonconference games in Pittsburgh, including the West Virginia rivalry at PPG Paints Arena. Their schedule also includes Penn State at the Palestra and a trip to the Fort Myers Tip-Off.
Burton and Marshall move into player-development roles
Former Panthers Jamarius Burton and KJ Marshall were promoted after working as graduate managers. Their duties will include practice planning, scouting preparation and individual skills work with Pitt's players.
Curtis Aiken reflects on choosing Pitt
The Hall of Fame feature follows Aiken's decision to join the Panthers and the lasting influence of his career. It considers how his arrival helped raise the program's ambitions in the Big East era.