Pitt rallies to edge Virginia Tech in dramatic victory
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 6:05 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Pitt edged Virginia Tech 35-33 in a tense clash on Oct. 3, 2026, thanks to a missed 36-yard field goal attempt from Hokies kicker John Love. The Panthers overcame a mid-game injury to quarterback Mason Heintschel, who left with a knee issue but returned to the sidelines. Pitt improved to 5-0, positioning itself as a top contender in the ACC. Coach Pat Narduzzi criticized poll voters following the win, expressing confidence in his team's abilities as they prepare for a crucial matchup against No. 4 Miami on Oct. 24.
- •Pitt wins 35-33 at Virginia Tech on Oct. 3, 2026.
- •Mason Heintschel leaves game with a knee injury.
- •Pitt improves to 5-0, 2-0 in the ACC.
- •Narduzzi criticizes AP voters after the game.
- •Next up is a game against North Carolina.
- 6:33 AMESPN — Pitt loses QB, upsets Virginia Tech as it seeks 'respect' in polls
- 3:36 AMCBS Sports — Pitt emerges as top threat to Miami in ACC as Pat Narduzzi rips AP voters following win over Virginia Tech
"As his Panthers improved to 5-0 on Friday night with a 35-33 victory over the Virginia Tech Hokies, Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi lobbied for his unranked team, sending a message to Associated Press Top 25 voters that he has "a hell of a football team."
"The Panthers stunned Virginia Tech when a reliable Hokies kicker missed a 36-yarder on the final play
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External links- ESPNOct 3, 2026, 6:33 AMPitt loses QB, upsets Virginia Tech as it seeks 'respect' in polls
As his Panthers improved to 5-0 on Friday night with a 35-33 victory over the Virginia Tech Hokies, Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi lobbied for his unranked team, sending a message to Associated Press Top 25 voters that he has "a hell of a football team."
- CBS SportsOct 3, 2026, 3:36 AMPitt emerges as top threat to Miami in ACC as Pat Narduzzi rips AP voters following win over Virginia Tech
The Panthers stunned Virginia Tech when a reliable Hokies kicker missed a 36-yarder on the final play
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