This is the first time that Wake goes up against the team from the Steel City.
Background
Last year, the Pitt Panthers had a disappointing season to say the least. The team had an overall record of 5-7, with a 3-5 record in conference play. They also went a whopping 1-4 on the road that season. They did however finish the season on a strong note, knocking Miami off in a late season tilt.
The main problem for them was on offense was their lack of success the running game. The four years prior to this season, the team experienced a new renaissance of establishing the run before the pass.