Pitt Announces 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame Including Aaron Donald

The 2025 Nebraska Athletics Hall of Fame will induct five distinguished athletes, including Kevin Davis, Diandra Hyman, Lisa Reitsma, Aaron Taylor, and Stephanie Thater, all of whom earned multiple All-America honors and contributed to national championships. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh Panthers' standout Aaron Donald continues to receive accolades post-retirement, being named to the Pitt Athletics Hall of Fame class of 2025 and appearing on the National Football Foundation’s ballot for the 2026 College Football Hall of Fame. Donald’s collegiate career was marked by numerous awards such as the Bronko Nagurski Award and Chuck Bednarik Award, reflecting his dominance on the defensive line, which he carried into a highly decorated NFL career. Alongside Donald, former Pitt stars Matt Cavanaugh and Craig 'Ironhead' Heyward are also on the 2026 College Football Hall of Fame ballot, highlighting the program's rich football legacy. These athletes' achievements will be formally celebrated through upcoming induction ceremonies and recognitions, reinforcing their lasting impact on their respective institutions. The Pitt Athletics Hall of Fame continues to grow, with the 2025 class joining a prestigious group of 75 honorees since its inception in 2018.