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Pittsburgh Shocks No. 25 Florida State in Thrilling 34-31 Victory

10/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Pittsburgh defeated No. 25 Florida State 34-31, their first road win over a ranked team since 2018.
Freshman Mason Heintschel threw for 321 yards and two touchdowns, rushed for 64 yards, and completed 21 of 29 passes with two interceptions.
Desmond Reid had eight receptions for 155 yards and two touchdowns.
Florida State struggled offensively, especially in the second half, and has lost three straight conference games.

History

Historical Context

The Pittsburgh Panthers' football resurgence began in 2018 when they defeated No. 24 Virginia Tech, finishing the season with a 7–5 record and a 6–2 ACC mark. This momentum continued with a recent victory over No. 25 Florida State, reflecting a significant shift in their competitiveness within the Atlantic Coast Conference and impacting future matchups and rankings.

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Story summary

Pittsburgh defeated No. 25 Florida State 34-31, their first road win over a ranked team since 2018.
Freshman Mason Heintschel threw for 321 yards and two touchdowns, rushed for 64 yards, and completed 21 of 29 passes with two interceptions.
Desmond Reid had eight receptions for 155 yards and two touchdowns.
Florida State struggled offensively, especially in the second half, and has lost three straight conference games.

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