Pittsburgh hosts Miami (Ohio) for the season opener at Acrisure Stadium
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Last updated Sep 5, 2026
The Pittsburgh Panthers open their 2026 season on September 5 at Acrisure Stadium against the Miami (Ohio) RedHawks. Kickoff for the contest is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. ET. This game marks the first meeting between the two programs since 1949. Coach Pat Narduzzi leads the Panthers into the matchup, with quarterback Mason Heintschel returning to direct the offense after passing for over 2,300 yards last year. Tickets for the game remain available through secondary markets, with prices ranging from $53 to $336. Following this opening contest, Pittsburgh continues its early-season schedule with a home game against UCF on September 12.
- •Pittsburgh plays Miami (Ohio) at Acrisure Stadium on September 5 at 12:30 p.m. ET.
- •The programs have not met on the field since 1949.
- •Quarterback Mason Heintschel enters the season after a 2,300-yard campaign last year.
- •Tickets for the game are currently priced between $53 and $336 on StubHub.
- •Pittsburgh faces UCF at home in its second game of the season on September 12.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — How to Watch Pitt vs. Miami (Ohio): Channel, Live Stream & Start Time for College Football Game
- 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — Buy Now: Last-Minute Tickets for Pitt vs. Miami (Ohio) Sept. 5 College Football Game
"Here is everything you need to know about Pitt vs. Miami (Ohio), including ticket info for the first game of the season for Pitt.
"Here is everything you need to know about Pitt vs. Miami (Ohio), including TV and streaming options for the game.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 6:00 AMHow to Watch Pitt vs. Miami (Ohio): Channel, Live Stream & Start Time for College Football Game
Here is everything you need to know about Pitt vs. Miami (Ohio), including TV and streaming options for the game.
- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 4:10 PMBuy Now: Last-Minute Tickets for Pitt vs. Miami (Ohio) Sept. 5 College Football Game
Here is everything you need to know about Pitt vs. Miami (Ohio), including ticket info for the first game of the season for Pitt.
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