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The ‘City Game’ Returns After an 85-Year Break as Pitt Hosts Crosstown Rival Duquesne
The season opener renews a historic rivalry after 86 years, featuring two teams ranked in the top 50 for overall offense and scoring, setting high expectations for the game.
- On Saturday, Duquesne Dukes football team visits Pitt Panthers football team at Acrisure Stadium for the season opener at 12 p.m. EDT, marking their first meeting in 86 years.
- Anchored by a 1939 upset, Duquesne's 21-13 win over top-ranked Pitt marks a key rivalry moment as coach Jerry Schmitt enters his 21st season.
- How to watch: ACC Network, with Duquesne quarterback Darius Perrantes posting 2,338 passing yards and Pitt quarterback Eli Holstein 2,228 yards; BetMGM College Football Odds shows no line.
- There is a financial incentive for Duquesne, as Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi notes such games matter fiscally, while Duquesne players and community find the matchup personally meaningful with a paycheck at stake.
- Looking ahead, ACC expansion to nine conference games could reduce FBS–FCS regional matchups like Duquesne hosting Lincoln University on Sept. 6, as Duquesne has struggled against Power Four opponents in recent years.
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Crosstown rivals Pitt and Duquesne meet for the first time in 86 years in season opener
Pittsburgh hosts crosstown rival Duquesne for the first time in 86 years when the two schools meet on August 30th at Acrisure Stadium. The game airs on the ACC Network.
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