Pittsburgh is somewhat quietly 7-0 and tied with Miami atop the ACC standings, as their favorable 79th ranked strength of schedule has helped Pitt emerge unscathed through the first half. HC Pat Narduzzi is fielding another stifling run defense that ranks 15th in EPA/rush and 2nd in yards before contact allowed. Pitt’s secondary is holding their own as well, ranking 28th in yards per dropback, which is aided by a ferocious 40% pressure rate that ranks 10th nationally. As if that weren’t enough, the Panthers’ offense ranks Top 10 in yards per successful play, explosive play rate and red zone touchdown rate. They enter a tough three game stretch against @SMU, Virginia and Clemson with their QB Eli Holstein having left their previous game with a concussion.