Narduzzi on team captains, fifth years and more
Summary
- Sophomore quarterback Mason Heintschel was elected captain by the full team, reinforcing that Pitt's offense is already being led by him rather than treating him as a developing underclassman.
- Safety Cruce Brookins gives the defense a clear on-field organizer; Narduzzi said the unit's presence changes when Brookins is available.
- All four captains are homegrown Panthers: Heintschel, tackle Ryan Baer, linebacker Braylan Lovelace and Brookins, a useful continuity signal for a roster built with fewer incoming transfers.
- The new fifth-year rule leaves Lovelace and B.J. Williams with 2027 eligibility decisions; Lovelace currently appears inclined to preserve the option unless his draft outlook is strong enough to leave.
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