Pat Narduzzi on Pitt’s QB Future, Transfer Impact & ACC Championship Goals | Sports Illustrated

Sports Illustrated staff writer Bryan Fischer sits down with Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi at ACC Media Days in Charlotte in July 2026. Narduzzi discusses the development of quarterback Mason Heintschel after taking over as a true freshman, Pitt's approach to the transfer portal and several newcomers he expects to make an immediate impact. He also talks about staff continuity, rebuilding at linebacker, player development, new eligibility rules, the strength of the ACC and why returning to Charlotte for the ACC Championship remains Pitt's biggest goal in 2026.