Interesting Trivia On Pittsburgh Panthers Football

Gerald Hayes became the first three-time All-Big East linebacker in Pittsburgh history in 2002. This means that he was selected as an All-Big East linebacker three times, which is a significant achievement. It demonstrates his exceptional skills and performance on the football field, making him stand out among other linebackers in the Big East conference during that time.

In the 2002 Insight Bowl, the Pittsburgh Panthers defeated the Oregon State Beavers with a score of 38-13. This victory allowed the Panthers to finish the 2002 season with a record of 9-4.

In 2002, Larry Fitzgerald scored three touchdowns as Pitt upset the third-ranked college team with a score of 28-21. The correct answer is the Virginia Tech Hokies.

In the 2001 season, the Miami Hurricanes beat Pittsburgh 43-21. This victory suggests that Miami was a strong team that season. Since the question asks for the eventual National Champion, it can be inferred that Miami went on to win the championship that year. Therefore, the Miami Hurricanes are the correct answer.

The Pitt Panthers ended 2002 with a 9-4 record, which was their winningest season since 1982. This means that the team had not achieved a better record than 9-4 since 1982.

In 2003, Pittsburgh upset the #5 team, the Virginia Tech Hokies, with a score of 31-28. Lousaka Polite's touchdown in the end zone with only 0:47 left in the game led to this surprising victory for Pittsburgh.

Jimbo Covert is the correct answer because he was a Pitt lineman who was drafted fifth overall in 1983. He was known for his exceptional skills and was recognized for his contributions to college football when he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2003.

Torrie Cox is the correct answer because he was a Pitt defensive back who was named All-Big East in 2002. Additionally, he was among the nation's leaders in kickoff returns during his time at Pitt.

Pitt won six consecutive games capped by the Tangerine Bowl to finish the 2001 season at 7-5.

The 2003 Tire Bowl was won by the Virginia Cavaliers with a score of 23-16. The question mentions that Pitt's opening drive to the one-yard line fell flat, indicating that Pitt did not score a touchdown despite being very close to the goal line. Therefore, the correct answer is Virginia Cavaliers, as they were the team that prevented Pitt from scoring on their opening drive and ultimately won the game.

Kris Wilson led all tight ends in the nation with nine touchdown receptions in 2003.

Larry Fitzgerald scored touchdowns on 22 of his 92 receptions in the 2003 season. This means that out of the 92 times he caught the ball, he was able to reach the end zone and score a touchdown 22 times. This demonstrates his effectiveness as a receiver and his ability to make big plays for his team.

In 2003, Rod Rutherford threw for 3,679 yards, which allowed him to break the Pitt record for season's yards passing.

Brandon Miree rushed for 113 yards and became the 2002 Insight Bowl Offensive MVP.

Rod Rutherford tied Dan Marino's Pitt record in 2003 with 37 touchdown passes for the season.