University of Pittsburgh Athletics
Pitt’s 2020 Football Schedule Announced
1/22/2020 9:15:00 AM | Football
PITTSBURGH—Pitt's 2020 football schedule was revealed today by the Atlantic Coast Conference.
With the return of 17 starters, including some of the nation's finest players at their respective positions, the Panthers' 2020 campaign is already highly anticipated.
Pitt's 12-game regular-season slate includes eight opponents that advanced to bowl games last year. The Panthers will host seven games at Heinz Field, including four ACC contests.
The home season highlights:
Pitt plays its road opener at Marshall on Sept. 12. Doc Holliday has directed the Thundering Herd to seven bowls in his 10 seasons.
The Panthers will make two October trips to the Sunshine State. Pitt plays its initial ACC road contest on Oct. 3 at Miami. The Panthers then travel to Florida State on Oct. 31, their first game in Tallahassee since 1982.
A crucial November stretch includes consecutive road contests at North Carolina (Nov. 14) and Virginia (Nov. 21). The Tar Heels crushed Temple, 55-13, in the Military Bowl, while the Cavaliers are coming off a Coastal Division title and Orange Bowl appearance.
Pitt football season tickets are now on sale. Fans can purchase full seven-game ticket packages for as low as $175, while lower bowl seats are available for $205. For more information, click here or call (800) 643-7488.
For the fourth consecutive season, Pitt Athletics is partnered with Tailgate Guys to provide hassle-free, customized tailgating experiences at Heinz Field. Services are located on the Great Lawn at North Shore Park. Reserve tents, tables, chairs, media packages and an array of catering options. For more information, visit tailgateguys.com/home/pitt, email pitt@tailgateguys.com or call (412) 525-4125.
The Panthers' complete 2020 football schedule:
Sept. 5 Miami (Ohio)
The Panthers and Redhawks last met in 1949.
Sept. 12 at Marshall
In the lone prior meeting, Pitt defeated Marshall, 43-27, at Heinz Field in 2016.
Sept. 19 Richmond
The Spiders have advanced to the NCAA Division I Playoffs 11 times and claimed the 2008 FCS title.
Sept. 26 Duke*
The Panthers own a 6-1 series advantage over Duke in ACC play.
Oct. 3 at Miami*
Pitt last won at Miami in 2014, a 35-23 decision fueled by James Conner's two touchdowns.
Oct. 17 Notre Dame
Ten of the past 12 games between Pitt and Notre Dame have been decided by single digits, including the Irish's 19-14 win in 2018 at South Bend.
Oct. 24 Georgia Tech*
Cam Bright's 79-yard fumble return keyed last season's 20-10 triumph in Atlanta.
Oct. 31 at Florida State*
In Pitt's last visit to Tallahassee, the Dan Marino-led Panthers—UPI's No. 1-ranked team—defeated Florida State, 37-17, on Sept. 18, 1982.
Nov. 6 (Fri.) Virginia Tech*
The Panthers are 5-1 all-time against the Hokies at Heinz, including a 52-22 rout in 2018.
Nov. 14 at North Carolina*
Kenny Pickett threw for 359 yards and accounted for three total TDs in Pitt's 34-27 overtime victory last year.
Nov. 21 at Virginia*
Pitt's 2018 win over the Cavs in Scott Stadium sparked the Panthers' Coastal title run.
Nov. 28 Syracuse*
The Panthers have won 15 of the past 18 games against the Orange.
*ACC game
Times and television arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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With the return of 17 starters, including some of the nation's finest players at their respective positions, the Panthers' 2020 campaign is already highly anticipated.
Pitt's 12-game regular-season slate includes eight opponents that advanced to bowl games last year. The Panthers will host seven games at Heinz Field, including four ACC contests.
The home season highlights:
- Pitt's classic series with Notre Dame returns to Pittsburgh on Oct. 17. The Irish earned a No. 11 final ranking in the coaches' poll following an 11-2 season.
- The Panthers host Coastal foe Virginia Tech for a nationally televised Friday night game on Nov. 6. The Hokies own the country's longest active bowl streak at 27 straight seasons.
- Pitt welcomes three additional ACC foes to Heinz: Duke (Sept. 26), Georgia Tech (Oct. 24) and Syracuse (Nov. 28). For the Panthers and Orange, it will be the 66th consecutive year they have played, dating back to 1955.
- The Panthers open the season on Sept. 5 against Mid-American Conference champion Miami (Ohio). Pitt will additionally host Richmond on Sept. 19.
Pitt plays its road opener at Marshall on Sept. 12. Doc Holliday has directed the Thundering Herd to seven bowls in his 10 seasons.
The Panthers will make two October trips to the Sunshine State. Pitt plays its initial ACC road contest on Oct. 3 at Miami. The Panthers then travel to Florida State on Oct. 31, their first game in Tallahassee since 1982.
A crucial November stretch includes consecutive road contests at North Carolina (Nov. 14) and Virginia (Nov. 21). The Tar Heels crushed Temple, 55-13, in the Military Bowl, while the Cavaliers are coming off a Coastal Division title and Orange Bowl appearance.
Pitt football season tickets are now on sale. Fans can purchase full seven-game ticket packages for as low as $175, while lower bowl seats are available for $205. For more information, click here or call (800) 643-7488.
For the fourth consecutive season, Pitt Athletics is partnered with Tailgate Guys to provide hassle-free, customized tailgating experiences at Heinz Field. Services are located on the Great Lawn at North Shore Park. Reserve tents, tables, chairs, media packages and an array of catering options. For more information, visit tailgateguys.com/home/pitt, email pitt@tailgateguys.com or call (412) 525-4125.
The Panthers' complete 2020 football schedule:
Sept. 5 Miami (Ohio)
The Panthers and Redhawks last met in 1949.
Sept. 12 at Marshall
In the lone prior meeting, Pitt defeated Marshall, 43-27, at Heinz Field in 2016.
Sept. 19 Richmond
The Spiders have advanced to the NCAA Division I Playoffs 11 times and claimed the 2008 FCS title.
Sept. 26 Duke*
The Panthers own a 6-1 series advantage over Duke in ACC play.
Oct. 3 at Miami*
Pitt last won at Miami in 2014, a 35-23 decision fueled by James Conner's two touchdowns.
Oct. 17 Notre Dame
Ten of the past 12 games between Pitt and Notre Dame have been decided by single digits, including the Irish's 19-14 win in 2018 at South Bend.
Oct. 24 Georgia Tech*
Cam Bright's 79-yard fumble return keyed last season's 20-10 triumph in Atlanta.
Oct. 31 at Florida State*
In Pitt's last visit to Tallahassee, the Dan Marino-led Panthers—UPI's No. 1-ranked team—defeated Florida State, 37-17, on Sept. 18, 1982.
Nov. 6 (Fri.) Virginia Tech*
The Panthers are 5-1 all-time against the Hokies at Heinz, including a 52-22 rout in 2018.
Nov. 14 at North Carolina*
Kenny Pickett threw for 359 yards and accounted for three total TDs in Pitt's 34-27 overtime victory last year.
Nov. 21 at Virginia*
Pitt's 2018 win over the Cavs in Scott Stadium sparked the Panthers' Coastal title run.
Nov. 28 Syracuse*
The Panthers have won 15 of the past 18 games against the Orange.
*ACC game
Times and television arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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