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Pitt QB Phil Jurkovec Invited to Steelers Rookie Camp as TE

Pitt Panthers quarterback Phil Jurkovec won’t have to go far for the chance to continue his NFL dreams. According to a report by Jerry DiPaola of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Jurkovec will attend the Pittsburgh Steelers rookie camp at…

Wednesday, May 8

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3-Star Florida Running Back Slots Pitt in Top 10

Just over a month ago, Pitt football and running back coach Lindsey Lamar extended an offer to Sarasota, Fla. native Jamarice Wilder. On Wednesday, Pitt got one step closer to potentially landing the three-star running back with Wilder…

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Former Pitt F Will Jeffress Continuing Basketball Career in C-USA

Will Jeffress may have left Pitt with his bachelor’s degree, graduating from the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences last month, but his basketball career is not over yet. Jeffress — a 6-foot-7 redshirt junior from Erie, Pa. — entered the…

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Big 2025 3-Star LB Schedules Official Visit to Pitt

Pitt has been active in Ohio during the Pat Narduzzi era, and a big reason why has been Ryan Manalac. He’s locked in a number of defenders from Ohio, and the Panthers are in contention for another one. Denim Cook — a 6-foot-4, 220-pound…

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Duquesne Receives Commitment from St. Francis, PA Forward Eli Wilborn

The transformation of the 2024-25 Duquesne men’s basketball roster continued on Wednesday as the Dukes pick up their 6th commitment via the transfer portal. St. Francis, PA freshman forward Eli Wilborn announced his commitment to Head…

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The Frank Walker Law/PSN Daily Notebook- May 8

Update (2:30 PM)- Latest major offer for Aliquippa 2027 freshman @Larry_Moon12 comes from North Carolina. https://t.co/CHR4VtOu6h — mike vukovcan (@mvukovcan) May 8, 2024 Update (12:17 PM)- Congrats Branson!! https://t.co/Jx957LKDzS —…

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Pitt ‘Close to the Top’ for 2025 3-Star OL Following Recent Offer

Denzil Williams Jr. has had Pitt on his radar for a while, ever since he visited for a practice last spring, but he finally received an offer from the Panthers earlier this month. Williams — a 6-foot-3, 295-pound three-star offensive…

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2025 North Carolina Edge Rusher Schedules OV to Pitt

Pitt is securing new official visits on just about a daily basis this spring, and the latest is a fast-rising defensive end from North Carolina. Donovan Darden — a 6-foot-4, 215-pound edge rusher from Havelock in Havelock, N.C. — has…

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Pitt Defensive Line Target Back on Market After Decommitment

Deamontae Diggs was committed to Cal for all of six days before he decided to step back Tuesday night and evaluate his options Diggs — a 6-foot-6, 260-pound defensive lineman who played three seasons at Youngstown State — initially…

Tuesday, May 7

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Tuesday’s Best Draftkings Bets: Angels-Pirates, Hurricanes-Rangers, Mavericks-Thunder

A solid day for the Winning Picks on Monday night finishing 2-1. The Pirates were able to win as the under covered. Another great game at MSG as the over covered in Pacers/Knicks. Florida could not get it done as Boston prevailed in Game 1…

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Aliquippa’s Larry Moon III Impresses at Under Armour Next Camp

Some of the biggest names in high school football recruiting in the region converged at the Under Armour Next camp series stop in New Jersey this past weekend and it included one of the most coveted members in the WPIAL class of 2027.…

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Former Pitt Star WR Signs with Tennessee Titans

Former Pitt wide receiver and Clairton product Tyler Boyd will officially suit up for a team other than the Cincinnati Bengals for the first time in his career. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Boyd is signing a one-year deal with the…

Pitt Hosting Athletic New York Defensive End on Official Visit

Quante Gillians received his first collegiate offer from Pitt in January, and now Pitt is one of the first schools he’s scheduled for an official visit. Gillians — a 6-foot-5, 245-pound athlete from Aquinas Institute in Rochester, N.Y. —…

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Central Valley Star RB Jance Henry Jr. Focused on Getting Better

The football factory that is Central Valley football is preparing itself for another season that they hope ends with both a WPIAL and PIAA championship. If head coach Mark Lyons and his program can accomplish those lofty goals, they’ll…

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The Frank Walker Law/PSN Daily Notebook- May 7

Update (2:34 PM)- **Coach Ryan Manalac and Pitt extend an offer to 2025 3-star athlete Bryson Williams from St. Mary’s High School in Orchard Lakes, Michigan. Michigan. Pitt joins schools such as West Virginia, Toledo, Purdue, Penn State,…

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Die-Hards: Pitt Transfer Portal Needs Following the Spring Season

It’s no secret that Pitt still has a few areas to address entering the 2024 season. That’s what happens when you go 3-9 in the prior season. It wasn’t good enough. Pat Narduzzi and the Pitt coaching staff have done a good job adding to the…

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Duquesne Lands George Washington Transfer G Maximus Edwards

Duquesne has been very active in the transfer portal under new head coach Dru Joyce this offseason, and that continued Monday night with an in-conference move. The Dukes landed a commitment from Maximus Edwards — a 6-foot-5 guard from…

Monday, May 6

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Dru Joyce to Add Missouri’s Chase Goldstein to Duquesne Staff

Duquesne continues to revamp the coaching staff and the roster under the new leadership of head coach Dru Joyce. Duquesne announced Monday afternoon the hiring of Chase Goldstein, who served as the Director of Basketball Operations/Chief…

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Kentucky Transfer Adou Thiero Passes on Pitt Again For Arkansas

For the second time in his college recruitment, former Quaker Valley standout Adou Thiero has passed on an opportunity to stay home and play for Pitt. This afternoon, Joe Tipton from On3 Sports was first to announce that Thiero has made…

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Saint Francis (PA) Transfer Takes Visit to Duquesne

Dru Joyce III and his Duquesne men’s basketball coaching staff continue to host recruit after recruit on visits to The Bluff. Most recently, it was Saint Francis (PA) transfer target, Eli Wilborn, on Sunday as he posted pictures from his…

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The Frank Walker Law/PSN Daily Notebook- May 6

Update (1:11 PM)- Donovan McMillon represented Alliance 412 at Draft Nation's Pro Football Draft Party! ???????? What an awesome event. We can't wait to see what's in store for next year! pic.twitter.com/GpENEXeSiQ — Alliance 412 (…

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Evaluating the Pitt Position Groups Following the Spring Season

It isn’t a surprise that a 3-9 squad doesn’t inspire much confidence. Pitt hasn’t exactly earned anything. But the naysayers may be proven wrong still. Sure, Pitt lost a couple of would-be starters during the spring window, but how many…

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Former Pitt WR Bub Means Describes Being Picked by New Orleans Saints

Bub Means wasn’t an NFL Draft prospect this time last year. He likely wasn’t a consideration after a couple of games last year. But he changed that with a handful of excellent performances down the stretch last season. Means — a big,…

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Robert Morris Men’s Basketball Adds Trio of Transfers

With the transfer portal entrance window finally shut, teams are now focused on rebuilding their rosters with those available in the portal, and Robert Morris is one of those programs. Looking to refill a depleted roster, head coach Andy…

Sunday, May 5

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Sunday’s Best Draftkings Bets: Magic-Cavaliers, Rockies-Pirates, Golden Knights-Stars

Another down day for the Winning Picks finishing 1-2. The under was once again able to cover in Rockies/Pirates as the Bucs won 1-0 on a walk off single in the bottom of the 9th. The over could not cover in Timberwolves/Nuggets as…

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The Frank Walker Law/PSN Daily Notebook- May 5

Update (3:02 PM)- Another Power Four offer for Central Valley freshman RB @jance_jr. Yesterday, Henry received one from Ole Miss. https://t.co/i6yzJN1Qbl — Pittsburgh Sports Now (@PghSportsNow) May 5, 2024 Update (10:05 AM)- **A major Pitt…

Saturday, May 4

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Source: Blake Hinson Receives Invitation to NBA G League Elite Camp

Although Blake Hinson did not receive an invitation to the official NBA Combine, he will still have a shot at working out in front of personnel from professional organizations. According to a source, Hinson has received an invitation to…

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Pitt Depth Chart: Roster Recap Post Spring Transfer Portal Window

When the transfer portal closed on April 30, Pitt appeared to be in solid shape. When the additional 48 hours passed without a surprise portal entrance, it boded well for the Panthers. Sure, Pitt lost a couple of would-be starters during…

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The Frank Walker Law/PSN Daily Notebook- May 4

Update (9:28 AM)- **The Panthers continue their push in Texas as they extend an offer to 2026 athlete Payhton Porter from Melissa, Texas. Porter (6’5″, 190) plays safety, outside linebacker, wide receiver and this becomes his first Power…

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Pitt Jumps Into Mix for Elite 2026 5-Star Offensive Tackle

Pitt hasn’t landed a five-star recruit in over a decade, not since offensive lineman Dorian Johnson in the class of 2013, but that hasn’t stopped the Panthers from building bonds with top recruits. Pitt has built its recent success off the…