The Pitt football program struck deals to play MAC teams Kent State and Central Michigan late this week. The deal with Kent State was reported by FB Schedules on Thursday, and the agreement with Central Michigan was reported by the same outlet on Friday.
Pitt will play Kent State on Aug. 31, 2024, at Heinz Field in its season opener. The addition of that game rounds out Pitt’s 2024 non-conference slate, which also includes a trip to Cincinnati on Sept. 7 as well as home games with West Virginia and Youngstown State on Sept. 14 and Sept.