1948 Pittsburgh Panthers football team
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| 1948 Pittsburgh Panthers football | |
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| Conference | Independent |
| Record | 6–3 |
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| Home stadium | Pitt Stadium |
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| No. 6 Army | – | 8 | – | 0 | – | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Penn State | – | 7 | – | 1 | – | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Buffalo | – | 6 | – | 1 | – | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Villanova | – | 8 | – | 2 | – | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Boston University | – | 6 | – | 2 | – | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Boston College | – | 5 | – | 2 | – | 2 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Pittsburgh | – | 6 | – | 3 | – | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Franklin & Marshall | – | 5 | – | 3 | – | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CCNY | – | 3 | – | 4 | – | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tufts | – | 3 | – | 4 | – | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Colgate | – | 3 | – | 6 | – | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fordham | – | 3 | – | 6 | – | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| NYU | – | 3 | – | 6 | – | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Temple | – | 2 | – | 6 | – | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Duquesne | – | 2 | – | 7 | – | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Carnegie Tech | – | 1 | – | 7 | – | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Hofstra | – | 0 | – | 6 | – | 2 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bucknell | – | 1 | – | 8 | – | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Syracuse | – | 1 | – | 8 | – | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Drexel | – | 0 | – | 8 | – | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The 1948 Pittsburgh Panthers football team represented the University of Pittsburgh in the 1948 college football season. The team compiled a 6–3 record under head coach Mike Milligan.[1]
Pittsburgh was ranked at No. 31 in the final Litkenhous Difference by Score System ratings for 1948.[2]
Schedule[edit]
| Date | Opponent | Site | Result | Attendance | Source |
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| September 25 | SMU | L 14–33 | 31,469 | [3] | |
| October 2 | Notre Dame |
| L 0–40 | 63,000 | [4] |
| October 9 | West Virginia |
| W 16–6 | ||
| October 16 | Marquette |
| W 21–7 | ||
| October 23 | Indiana |
| W 21–14 | ||
| October 30 | at Western Reserve | W 20–0 | 12,000 | [5] | |
| November 6 | at Ohio State | L 0–41 | 68,966 | [6] | |
| November 13 | at Purdue | W 20–13 | 35,000 | ||
| November 20 | No. 6 Penn State |
| W 7–0 | 49,444 | |
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Preseason[edit]
After the disastrous 1947 season, the University's Faculty Committee on Athletic Policy and Chancellor Fitzgerald's Temporary Student-Alumni Athletic Committee, both recommended changes to better the football situation. The results were made public on February 26. The Faculty Committee recommended: that Coach Milligan be asked to resign; that the committee have some control of scheduling; that the Athletic Director, James Hagan, provide an organizational chart of his Department; that a uniform program of employment for student-athletes be established; and that the Faculty Committee on Athletic Policy be reorganized. The Student-Alumni Committee agreed with some issues, but recommended that the Athletic Director, James Hagan, be fired and Coach Milligan be retained. They also recommended upgrades to Pitt's athletic facilities and equipment.[7] After receiving the conflicting reports, the Chancellor formed another committee, the Panel of Five, led by long-time supporter Floyd Rose to come to a consensus. On April 12, the Board of Trustees accepted the Panel of Five's recommendations. Coach Milligan and Athletic Director James Hagan both kept their jobs and a new athletic committee consisting of eight voting members and the Athletic Director was formed. The Athletic Director was given more duties and was to consult with coaches on scheduling.[8] However, the animosity between the coach and athletic director continued. When the committee convened on June 1, the rift was addressed and Mr. Hagan was unanimously asked to resign. On June 7, James Hagan resigned as Athletic Director effective July 1. Frank Carver, Pitt's Sports Publicist, was named acting director.[9]
On March 29, Coach Milligan opened the 6-week spring practice session. Thirty-one lettermen and thirty-five aspirants from the 1947 freshmen squad were joined by another thirty newcomers.[10] Fifty-four of these prospects were invited to the two-week preseason fall camp at Bedford Springs Resort. The Panthers squad then returned to Pittsburgh and resumed two-a-day practices in preparation for the 9-game fall schedule.[11]
On April 11, the Pitt community was in mourning when Jock Sutherland died from a brain tumor at the age of 59.[12]
Coaching staff[edit]
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Roster[edit]
| 1947 Pittsburgh Panthers football roster | |||||||||
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| Player | Position | Games | Weight | Height | Class | Prep School | Hometown | ||
| William Abraham (USN)* | halfback | 9 | 195 | 5 ft 8 in | junior | Jeannette H. S. | Jeanette, PA | ||
| Bernard Barkouskie* | guard | 8 | 190 | 5 ft 10 in | junior | Wilkes-Barre H. S. | Kulpmont, PA | ||
| Robert Becker (AC)* | fullback | 9 | 190 | 6 ft | junior | Westinghouse H. S. | Pittsburgh, PA | ||
| James Black (USMC) | tackle | 0 | 200 | 6 ft | sophomore | Altoona H. S. | Altoona, PA | ||
| Michael Boldin (Army)* | tackle | 9 | 210 | 6 ft | sophomore | Johnstown H. S. | Johnstown, PA | ||
| Nick Bolkovac* | tackle | 9 | 210 | 6 ft 1 in | sophomore | Youngstown H. S. | Youngstown, OH | ||
| Fred Botti (USN) | quarterback | 0 | 195 | 6 ft | junior | Connellsville H. S. | Connellsville, PA | ||
| William Bruno (USMC)* | halfback | 2 | 180 | 5 ft 11 in | junior | Penn H. S. | Verona, PA | ||
| Frank Capello (Army) | end | 1 | 180 | 6 ft | junior | Elwood City H. S. | Elwood City, PA | ||
| Louis Cecconi* | halfback | 8 | 165 | 5 ft 7 in | junior | Donora H. S. | Donora, PA | ||
| Joe Cherol (USN) | halfback | 3 | 175 | 5 ft 6 in | junior | Youngstown H. S. | Youngstown, OH | ||
| Fred Cimino (Army) | tackle | 0 | 190 | 6 ft | sophomore | Weirton H. S. | Weirton, WV | ||
| Ralph Coleman (USN)* | tackle | 9 | 210 | 6 ft | senior | Ambridge H. S. | Ambridge, PA | ||
| William Coury (AC) * | guard | 0 | 185 | 5 ft 9 in | sophomore | Arnold H.S. | Arnold, PA | ||
| Walter Cummins (Army) * | quarterback | 9 | 205 | 6 ft 1 in | senior | Greensburg H. S. | Greensburg, PA | ||
| Sam DeFede | tackle | 0 | 200 | 6 ft | sophomore | Martins Ferry H. S. | Martins Ferry, OH | ||
| James Delong (USN) | tackle | 0 | 215 | 6 ft 2 in | senior | Reading H. S. | Reading, OH | ||
| Carl DePasqua* | quarterback | 8 | 170 | 5 ft 9 in | junior | Williamsport. H.S. | Williamsport, PA | ||
| Nick DeRosa* | end | 8 | 185 | 6 ft | sophomore | Donora H. S. | Donora, PA | ||
| Anthony DiMatteo (AC) | halfback | 1 | 185 | 5 ft 11 in | senior | Perry H. S. | Pittsburgh, PA | ||
| Donald Fisher (USMC)* | center | 7 | 185 | 5 ft 10 in | senior | Williamsport H. S. | Williamsport, PA | ||
| Wilbur Forsythe (AC)* | tackle | 5 | 210 | 6 ft 3 in | senior | East Huntingdon H. S. | East Huntingdon, PA | ||
| Peter Fuderich (USN)* | quarterback | 8 | 175 | 5 ft 7 in | senior | Aliquippa H. S. | Aliquippa, PA | ||
| George Gallino | tackle | 0 | 200 | 6 ft | sophomore | Freeport H. S. | Freeport, PA | ||
| Gene Gaugler (USMC) | quarterback | 0 | 200 | 6 ft 1 in | junior | Beaver Falls H. S. | Beaver Falls, PA | ||
| Ted Geremsky (USN)* | end | 7 | 205 | 6 ft 4 in | sophomore | Braddock H. S. | Braddock, PA | ||
| Flint Green* | guard | 7 | 200 | 5 ft 9 in | sophomore | New Kensington H. S. | New Kensington, PA | ||
| Sam Haddad (USMC)* | tackle | 0 | 215 | 6 ft 3 in | junior | New Castle H. S. | New Castle, PA | ||
| William Hardisty (USN)* | halflback | 8 | 210 | 6 ft 2 in | junior | Langley H. S. | Pittsburgh, PA | ||
| Harry Hollihan | end | 0 | 200 | 6 ft 1 in | sophomore | Glenshaw H. S. | Glenshaw, PA | ||
| Robert Hum | end | 0 | 180 | 5 ft 11 in | junior | Columbiana H. S. | Columbiana, OH | ||
| Ray Johnson (Army) | tackle | 1 | 210 | 6 ft 3 in | freshman | Oliver H. S. | Pittsburgh, PA | ||
| David Karanovich | guard | 1 | 195 | 6 ft 2 in | sophomore | Irwin H. S. | Irwin, PA | ||
| Andrew Kisiday (USN) | guard | 3 | 188 | 5 ft 11 in | junior | Ambridge H. S. | Ambridge, PA | ||
| John LaFrankie (USMC) | guard | 0 | 195 | 5 ft 11 in | junior | Elizabeth H. S. | Elizabeth, PA | ||
| Lindaro Lauro (AC)* | halfback | 5 | 195 | 5 ft 10 in | junior | New Castle H. S. | New Castle, PA | ||
| Robert Lee (USMC)* | halfback | 9 | 185 | 5 ft 10 in | junior | New Castle H. S. | New Castle, PA | ||
| John Masarick | quarterback | 0 | 195 | 6 ft | sophomore | Har-Brack H. S. | Tarentum, PA | ||
| George Matich (S) | quarterback | 0 | 180 | 5 ft 11 in | junior | Clairton H. S. | Clairton, PA | ||
| Mark Maystrovich (Army) | quarterback | 0 | 200 | 6 ft | sophomore | Irwin H. S. | Irwin, PA | ||
| William McPeak (USN)* | end | 9 | 195 | 6 ft | senior | New Castle H. S. | New Castle, PA | ||
| Louis Melillo* | quarterback | 8 | 180 | 5 ft 10 in | junior | Kittanning H. S. | Kittanning, PA | ||
| Robert Mihm* | tackle | 9 | 220 | 6 ft | sophomore | Westinghouse H. S. | Pittsburgh, PA | ||
| Malcolm Morgan (Army) | halfback | 0 | 175 | 5 ft 11 in | sophomore | Charleroi H.S. | Charleroi, PA | ||
| Joseph O'Bara (USN) | halfback | 2 | 165 | 5 ft 9 in | sophomore | Johnstown H. S. | Johnstown, PA | ||
| Russell Phillips | end | 1 | 175 | 6 ft | sophomore | Sharon H. S. | Sharon, PA | ||
| Laurice Pierce | guard | 2 | 175 | 5 ft 9 in | sophomore | Jeannette H. S. | Jeannette, PA | ||
| Robert Plotz* | tackle | 8 | 205 | 6 ft | junior | Martins Ferry H. S. | Martins Ferry, OH | ||
| Emil Rader (Army) | halfback | 2 | 200 | 5 ft 11 in | sophomore | Wheeling H. S. | Boggs Run, WVA | ||
| Leonard Radnor* | center | 9 | 185 | 5 ft 10 in | junior | Plymouth H. S. | Plymouth, PA | ||
| George Radosevich* | center | 6 | 200 | 6 ft 2 in | sophomore | Brentwood H. S. | Brentwood, PA | ||
| Anthony Razzano (Army) | guard | 1 | 185 | 5 ft 8 in | junior | New Castle H. S. | New Castle, PA | ||
| James Robinson (Army)* | halfback | 8 | 190 | 5 ft 11 in | junior | Connellsville H. S. | Connellsville, PA | ||
| William Samer | end | 1 | 185 | 6 ft 1 in | junior | Donora H. S. | Donora, PA | ||
| Ralph Short | tackle | 0 | 195 | 6 ft | junior | Martins Ferry H. S. | Martins Ferry, OH | ||
| Leo Skladany* | end | 9 | 205 | 6 ft 1 in | senior | Plymouth H. S. | Plymouth, PA | ||
| Jack Smodic* | halfback | 5 | 165 | 5 ft 11 in | senior | German Twp. H. S. | Adah, PA | ||
| George Steingraber* | center | 4 | 185 | 6 ft 1 in | sophomore | St. George H. S. | Pittsburgh, PA | ||
| Earl Sumpter* | guard | 6 | 175 | 5 ft 10 in | junior | Clairton H. S. | Clairton, PA | ||
| Charles Thomas* | guard | 9 | 190 | 6 ft 3 in | junior | Dormont H. S. | Dormont, PA | ||
| Fred Thomas | tackle | 0 | 195 | 5 ft 11 in | junior | Tarentum H. S. | Tarentum, PA | ||
| John Vrable | fullback | 0 | 185 | 5 ft 11 in | sophomore | Greensburg H. S. | Greensburg, PA | ||
| Lee Ward (Army) | center | 0 | 175 | 5 ft 11 in | junior | Mt. Lebanon H. S. | Mt. Lebanon, PA | ||
| Charles Yost* | guard | 9 | 195 | 6 ft | sophomore | Youngstown H. S. | Youngstown, OH | ||
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Game summaries[edit]
Southern Methodist[edit]
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On September 25, the Panthers opened the season at Pitt Stadium against the SMU Mustangs. Pitt led the all-time series 2-0-1.[16] Coach Matty Bell's squad returned 15 lettermen from their 1947 unbeaten season (9-0-2), and were ranked #3 in the preseason. 1948 Heisman Trophy winner, Doak Walker, and future All-American, Kyle Rote, led the Mustangs offense.[17]
Coach Milligan had 10 returning players in the starting line-up along with sophomore tackle Nick Bolkovac. [18] The Panthers were a 20-point underdog.[19]
The SMU Mustangs, on their seventh attempt, won their first game in the state of Pennsylvania by defeating the Panthers 33 to 14. [18] Doak Walker scored two touchdowns, passed for a third and booted 3 of 5 extra points. End Raleigh Blakely caught 2 touchdown passes and Kyle Rote capped the Mustangs scoring with a 47-yard touchdown reception from Gil Johnson. Pitt managed to score 2 touchdowns in the final period. Bimbo Cecconi hooked up with Bill Bruno for a 16-yard touchdown pass, and Bobby Lee threw a 13-yard scoring toss to Bill McPeak to cap an 88-yard drive.[3]
The Pitt starting line-up for the game against SMU was Leo Skladany (left end), Nick Bolkovac (left tackle), Bernie Barkouskie (left guard), Len Radnor (center), Michael Boldin (right guard), Robert Plotz (right tackle), Bill McPeak (right end), Walt Cummins (quarterback), Bobby Lee (left halfback), Bill Bruno (right halfback) and Bill Abraham (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for the Panthers were Nick DeRosa, Earl Sumpter, Robert Mihm, Ralph Coleman, Charles Thomas, Charles Yost, Anthony Razzano, Laurice Pierce, Flint Green, George Steingraber, Donald Fisher, William Hardisty, Bimbo Cecconi, Carl DePasqua, Louis Meillo, Robert Becker, Peter Fuderich and Joseph Cherol.[3]
Notre Dame[edit]
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For Pitt's second home game, Frank Leahy brought his Notre Dame Fighting Irish to Pitt Stadium. The Irish were 1–0 on the season, having defeated Purdue 28–27 in their home opener. The Irish line-up had three consensus All-Americans – end Leon Hart, guard Bill Fischer and halfback, Emil Sitko.[20] Guard Marty Wendell and end Jim Martin also received All-America recognition.[21] Notre Dame led the all-time series 10–6–1, and outscored the Panthers 211–15 in the previous 5 games.[22]
Coach Milligan decided to alter the Pitt line-up for the 26–point favorite Irish. On the line, Don Fisher replaced Len Radnor at center, and Charles Thomas and Charles Yost started at guard instead of Bernie Barkouskie and Mike Boldin. In the backfield, Pete Fuderich took over at quarterback for Walt Cummins, and Bob Becker replaced Bill Abraham at fullback.[23]
The Irish were not impressed with the Panthers line-up changes and routed Pitt 40–0. Notre Dame led 28–0 at halftime, and Coach Leahy used his reserves for the second half. The Pitt offense threatened the Irish goal line three times. After the first Irish score, Bobby Lee and Jimmy Robinson combined for a 60-yard lateral rush to the Irish 9-yard line. The Irish defense held, then punted and the Panthers came right back to the Notre Dame 15-yard line. The Notre Dame defense held again. Late in the game, the Panthers offense advanced 75 yards, but Jimmy Robinson was tackled on the 6–yard line on the last play of the game.[4]
The Pitt starting line-up for the game against Notre Dame was Leo Sladany (left end), Nick Bolkovac (left tackle), Charles Yost (left guard), Don Fisher (center), Charles Thomas (right guard), Robert Plotz (right tackle), Bill McPeak (right end), Pete Fuderich (quarterback), Bobby Lee (left halfback), Jimmie Robinson (right halfback) and Bob Becker (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Earl Sumpter, Nick DeRosa, Ted Geremsky, Russell Phillips, Frank Capello, Robert Mihm, Ralph Coleman, Ray Johnson, George Radosevich, Bernie Barkouskie, Mike Boldin, Len Radnor, George Steingraber, Bimbo Cecconi, Louis Melillo, Tony DeMatteo, Bill Abrahoam, Walt Cummins, Joseph O'Bara, Jack Smodic, Carl DePasqua, William Hardisty and Joseph Cherol.[4]
West Virginia[edit]
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References[edit]
- ^ "1948 Pittsburgh Panthers Stats". SR/College Football. Sports Reference LLC. May 21, 2016.
- ^ "Michigan, Irish Finish 1-2 in Litkenhous Ratings". Wilmington Morning News. December 15, 1948. p. 32 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ a b c Jack Henry (September 26, 1948). "Panthers Routed By Ace Backs". Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph. p. Section 2-4,6 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ a b c Chester L. Smith (October 3, 1948). "63,000 Fans See Irish Roll Up Early Margin And Then Coast To Win". The Pittsburgh Press. p. 30 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Becker Leads Pitt in 20-to-0 Victory". New York Times. October 31, 1948. p. S3.
... before 12,000 fans at League Park.
- ^ "Bucks Swamp Pittsburgh, 41-0". The Pantagraph. Associated Press. November 7, 1948. p. 14. Retrieved October 17, 2022 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Text of Athletic Reports". Pitt News. Vol. 41, no. 36. February 27, 1948. p. 5. Retrieved April 16, 2024.
- ^ Henry, Jack (April 13, 1948). "Pitt Trustees OK New Athletic Policy". Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph. p. 22 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Hughes, Carl (June 8, 1948). "Ex-Grid Star Resigns As Trustees Prepare to Act On Ouster". The Pittsburgh Press. p. 24. Retrieved April 19, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Scherb, Max (April 6, 1948). "Spring Grid Aspirants Face First Squad Cut". The Pitt News. Vol. 41, no. 44. p. 6. Retrieved April 18, 2024.
- ^ Giffen, Donald (September 14, 1948). "Panthers Home From Fall Camp". The Pitt News. Vol. 42, no. 1. p. 6. Retrieved April 19, 2024.
- ^ "Jock Sutherland Mourned by City". Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph. April 12, 1948. p. 1. Retrieved April 19, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "University ofPittsburgh Roster (Alphabetical)". Pitt vs. Ohio State Souvenir Program. Ohio StateUniversity Athletic Department: 15. November 6, 1948.
- ^ "University of Pittsburgh 1948 Roster". Pitt vs. S. M. U. souvenir program. University of Pittsburgh Athletic Department: 16. September 25, 1948.
- ^ "Football Lettermen". 2008 Pitt Football Media Guide. University of Pittsburgh. pp. 178–182. Retrieved January 19, 2024.
- ^ "Record Book Pitt Football 2005". University of Pittsburgh. 2005. p. 158. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
- ^ Henry, Jack (September 20, 1948). "SMU Tough Foe in Pitt's Opener". Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph. p. 17. Retrieved April 22, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ a b Henry, Jack (September 25, 1948). "Doak Walker In Eastern Grid Debut". Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph. p. 10. Retrieved April 26, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "30,000 See Pitt In Opener". Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph. September 25, 1948. p. 1 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Joe Alt and Xavier Watts Earn Unanimous All-America Status". Fighting Irish.com. Notre Dame University. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
- ^ "FWAA All-America Since 1944" (PDF). Football Writers Association of America. Archived from the original (PDF) on March 4, 2019. Retrieved March 21, 2009.
- ^ "Record Book Pitt Football 2005". University of Pittsburgh. 2005. p. 156. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
- ^ Jack Henry (October 2, 1948). "Notre Dame Rules 26–Point Choice". Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph. p. 10 – via Newspapers.com.
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