THE COLLEGE GAME · 2026

Pittsburgh Football

ACC · Facts & traditions

2026113 roster entriesSnapshot: 2026-10-02

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ROC’s namesake

ROC honors football alumnus and longtime athletics staff member Steve “The Rock” Petro.

Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Pittsburgh Traditions — official source

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Panther proposal

George M. P. Baird proposed the Panther as the university’s symbol.

Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Pittsburgh Traditions — official source

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Local wildlife connection

Pitt’s mascot account links the Panther to wildlife once native to the region.

Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Pittsburgh Traditions — official source

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North Shore setting

The stadium is located on Pittsburgh’s North Shore with downtown skyline views.

Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Pittsburgh History — official source

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Shared football venue

Pitt shares Acrisure Stadium with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Pittsburgh History — official source

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Fifth home

Pitt describes Acrisure Stadium as the football program’s fifth home venue.

Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Pittsburgh History — official source

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Natural playing surface

The field uses a blend of Kentucky bluegrass varieties.

Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Pittsburgh History — official source

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