A Return to the Steel City
ACC Network’s preseason road‑trip series, now in its sixth year, will roll into Pittsburgh on August 19, 2024, at 7 p.m. ET, offering fans a first‑look at the Panthers’ preparations for the upcoming 2026 season.
The special shines a light on Pitt’s training camp, culture and the ambitions of a program eager to rebound after a challenging previous season, with head coach Pat Narduzzi and director of athletics Allen Greene leading the narrative.
Exclusive interviews will feature quarterback Mason Heintschel, linebacker Braylan Lovelace, guard BJ Williams and staff member Kelsey Riggs Cuff, providing insight into the team’s chemistry and tactical plans.
Former Pitt quarterback Max Browne will be on site at the South Side training facility, while commentators Andrea Adelson and David Hale add analysis, making the broadcast a comprehensive preview of the Panthers’ outlook.
The episode is part of a broader tour that will visit all 17 ACC football campuses from August 3 to 24, underscoring the series’ role in shaping early expectations for the conference’s slate.
Fans in Pittsburgh and across the ACC will tune in to see how the Panthers are shaping their identity under Narduzzi, whose blend of defensive rigor and offensive innovation has become a hallmark of the program.