Pitt footballMonday, November 2

Pitt beats Georgia Tech 34-11 behind Damon Ferguson's 185 yards

The Pittsburgh Morning News teamFrom today’s edition · 1 min read · 2 sources

Pitt snapped a three-game losing streak Saturday night with a 34-11 win over Georgia Tech. The Panthers (6-3, 3-3) reached bowl eligibility.

Pitt outgained Georgia Tech by more than 200 yards

Pitt	Measure	Georgia Tech
461	Total yards	238
281	Rushing yards	95
26	First downs	17

Source: Altoona Mirror

Freshman running back Damon Ferguson ran 31 times for 185 yards, a season high, and scored twice. Holden Geriner passed for 180 yards and a 30-yard touchdown to Blue Hicks. A week after a road loss at No. 1 Miami, the defense turned in its best performance of the season.

185rushing yards for Damon Ferguson, a season high

The true freshman ran 31 times and scored twice.

Source: WPXI

Sacks: five by Pitt's defense
Penalties: 10 for 95 yards, plus three turnovers
Next: Florida State at Pitt on Fri., Nov. 13

Sources: Altoona Mirror, WPXI

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