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Pittsburgh Panthers and Syracuse Orange football matchup

Overview

The Pittsburgh Panthers began their Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) schedule with a matchup against the Syracuse Orange at Acrisure Stadium. Entering the game with a 2-0 record, Pittsburgh was expected to face a Syracuse team looking to recover from a recent loss to California.

Pittsburgh secured a 27-13 victory, improving their season record to 3-0 and their conference record to 1-0. While quarterback Mason Heintschel had a difficult passing game, the Panthers utilized a dominant rushing attack that produced 245 yards and three touchdowns. Freshman Damon Ferguson Jr. led the ground game with 102 yards. The Pitt defense was also credited with the win, recording two interceptions, two sacks, and eight tackles for loss to stop Syracuse's momentum in the fourth quarter.

Entities

Acrisure Stadium · Mason Heintschel · Pat Narduzzi · Syracuse · Atlantic Coast Conference

Timeline

  1. 9 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Pitt defeats Syracuse 27-13 in ACC opener

    Pitt defeated Syracuse 27-13 in their ACC opener, utilizing a strong rushing attack and key fourth-quarter defensive plays to overcome a quiet passing night from quarterback Mason Heintschel.

  2. 10 days ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Pittsburgh Panthers face Syracuse Orange in ACC opener

    The Pittsburgh Panthers face the Syracuse Orange in their ACC opener this Thursday at Acrisure Stadium. The 2-0 Panthers look to maintain momentum against the 1-1 Orange.

Sources

bhinfo.fr · covers.com · lehighvalleylive.com · nunesmagician.com · observer-reporter.com · pennlive.com · si.com · sportschatplace.com · timesng.com · triblive.com