Region 6

Matchup 1

The Panthers upset the Mountaineers in the Backyard Brawl. Pitt's defense is outstanding all game. The victory keeps the Mountaineers out of the national championship game.

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November 14, 1987 - Special teams help Pitt shut out Penn State

The Panthers used three special team plays to propel them past rival Penn State, 10-0, at Pitt Stadium. Pitt safety Billy Owens cemented the Panther victory when he returned an interception for a touchdown with 20 seconds remaining. It was Pitt's first shutout of Penn State since 1955.

Matchup 2

The Panthers lead an explosive offensive attack in a 34-3 victory over the Clemson Tigers in the 1977 Gator Bowl. The Panthers received contributions on offense from numerous players as they set 5 Gator Bowl records in the victory. Quarterback Matt Cavanaugh led the Panthers to victory and was named game MVP.

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November 26, 1976 - Pitt beats Penn State behind Dorsett The Panthers defeated the Penn State Nittany Lions, 24-7 at Three Rivers Stadium behind another outstanding performance by running back Tony Dorsett. Dorsett ended the game with 224 yards and two touchdowns.

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