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Pat Narduzzi urges respect for ACC football after Panthers' win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 9:25 PM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Pat Narduzzi urges respect for ACC football after Panthers' win

Summary

Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi expressed frustration with the lack of respect for ACC football following his team's narrow victory over Virginia Tech. Narduzzi, whose Panthers are now 5-0, criticized the perception that the conference is inferior compared to the Big Ten and SEC, which feature multiple ranked teams. Despite their strong start, only three ACC teams are currently ranked, with Miami at No. 4 and SMU at 24. Narduzzi aims to change the narrative around the conference as Pitt prepares to face North Carolina next. He also voiced concern over the branding issue affecting how teams are perceived in polls.

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By the Numbers

•Pittsburgh defeats Virginia Tech on a missed field goal.
•Narduzzi criticizes media and voters for disrespecting the ACC.
•Only three ACC teams are currently ranked in the AP Top 25.
•Pitt will face North Carolina in their next matchup.
•Narduzzi refers to branding issues affecting conference perceptions.

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9:25 PMYahoo Sports — The ACC's quest for respect in football is eternal. The fight is starting early in 2026

What they're saying

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PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pat Narduzzi is tired of ACC football being a punching bag in the polls and seemingly everywhere else.The pathologically unfiltered Pittsburgh coach is ready for the league to start punching back.
— Yahoo Sportsby WILL GRAVES

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