Pitt Football Defeats Stanford 35-20 to Extend Five-Game Win Streak

In their ACC matchup, Pitt secured a 35-20 victory over Stanford, improving to a 7-2 record and extending their winning streak to five games. Pitt's defense was dominant, particularly against the run, holding Stanford to -10 yards on 27 rushing attempts and maintaining one of the top rushing defenses nationally. Freshman running back Ja'Kyrian Turner emerged as a key offensive weapon, rushing for a career-high 127 yards and adding 36 receiving yards, solidifying his role in the offense amid injuries to star players. The Panthers also excelled on fourth down conversions, successfully converting all 10 attempts during their winning streak, reflecting confidence in their aggressive game strategy. Stanford showed some bright spots, such as tight end Sam Roush's 104 receiving yards and cornerback Brandon Nicholson's interceptions, but inconsistent offensive line play and turnovers hampered their efforts. Pitt's ability to control possession and force quick defensive stops was critical to their success, as highlighted by their early defensive stand and scoring drive following a Stanford fourth down stop.