The University of Pittsburgh did a record-breaking performance on the field recently. Just weeks after the school announced that Rams legend Aaron Donald would return to have his jersey retired on November 15, the Panthers celebrated another special milestone during their clash against NC State.

Freshman quarterback Mason Heintschel delivered a performance for the ages , throwing for 402 yards (and counting) to set a new Pittsburgh record for most passing yards in a single game by a freshman. The Panthers’ official X account posted: “Mason Heintschel – Most passing yards in a game by a freshman in Pitt history. First 400-yard passer since Kenny Pickett vs. Duke in 2021.” Expand Tweet

Heintschel’s accuracy and command of the offense were on full display, picking apart NC State’s seco

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