Pitt hasn't fared too well in big home games over the years. In fact, not in big games at all. By our crude records, Pitt is 4-11 in big games under Head Coach Pat Narduzzi and has lost a whopping 41 times since 1983 to teams the Panthers were favored to win. A big game being defined as a rivalry game or to an opponent ranked in the top 15. READ MORE
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Pitt & ACC Pride On The Line vs Tennessee This Saturday
In the long run, the game this Saturday between Pitt and Tennessee isn't very meaningful. It might help clarify a few questions about both teams but neither team's season will be destroyed with a loss or saved with a win. READ MORE
After Dominant Win over Syracuse, What Does Pitt’s Rotation Look Like?
After a big win against Syracuse on Jan. 16 and with the return of Justin Champagnie to the team, a clearer picture of the Panthers' rotation is emerging amidst questions at the center position. READ MORE
For Jeff Capel and Pitt, Some Mystery Remains in Much Improved Frontcourt
Through two games of the 2020-21 season, we take a look at Pitt's frontcourt situation, and dive into whether a leader has emerged in Pitt's battle for minutes at the center position. READ MORE
Game Preview: Pitt Basketball vs. Drexel – November 28, 2020 – 1pm
Pitt faces off against Drexel at the Pete at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28. Check out the Dream Backfield game preview to get a look at what's to come this afternoon! READ MORE
Game Preview: Pitt Basketball vs. Saint Francis (PA) – November 25, 2020 – 7pm
DreamBackfield.com offers a quick game preview for Pitt's season opener at home against Saint Francis (PA) on November 25, 2020. The game tips off at 7pm EST from the Pete, and will be broadcast on AT&T SportsNet. Join us on the live game thread for in-game coverage! READ MORE
The Enigma of Alex Kessman
Alex Kessman set a school record for longest Field Goal last weekend against Boston College, but missed a potential game-tying PAT in overtime. Overall the game was a microcosm of his collegiate career. READ MORE
Pitt Rushing Attack Needs to be Better Against North Carolina State
The Pitt Panthers look to get their mediocre ground game going against a North Carolina State defense that is weak defending the run. READ MORE
Passing Attack has Golden Opportunity Against Louisville
It’s not exactly controversial to say that Pitt has struggled to find sustained success on offense in recent years. While the 2016 team had a prolific attack, key player and coaching departures the following offseason began the current period of mediocrity. Over the past 41 games, stretching back to the beginning of the 2017 season, […] READ MORE
Pitt and Syracuse Have had Vastly Different Fortunes in the ACC
Pitt and Syracuse play for the 75th time in their respective histories and for the 8th time since they both joined the ACC in 2013. Since landing in their new conference home Pitt has experienced much more success. READ MORE