There have been some rough spots for Pitt, but they are now 3-0 and have won two very close games against Cincinnati and West Virginia.
First, it plays Youngstown State, then it has a week off. Then, it starts the ACC season with a trip to North Carolina.
Even though Youngstown State has lost two close games, they have not been terrible. To keep up, they will need a better offense. After those two very heated games, Pitt can not take this too lightly, though.
Pitt vs Youngstown State Preview
Pitt vs Youngstown State How to Watch
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024
Game Time: 3:30 pm ET
Venue: Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA
How to Watch: ESPN+
Pitt (3-0), Youngstown State (1-2)
Why Youngstown State Will Win
The attack has not been very good, but it is getting things done.
The team is third in the FCS and connects on 57% of its shots. It also has one of the best passing games at the lower level. They can score and should be able to string together enough good drives to keep them going for a while.
Why Pitt Will Win
Pitt’s pass rush has not been as strong as usual, but they are good on third downs and hold up well against the run, giving up less than 100 yards per game.
Youngstown State does not have a chance if it does not run the clock and win the time of possession fight. Each game, they keep the ball for over 37 minutes, which is the most in the FCS. The offense should be able to stay on the field a little longer for Pitt and…
Pitt vs Youngstown State: Who Will Win
It should not matter when the ownership battle takes place.
The Penguins will run the clock and have some control over it for a while, but Pitt’s offense will be too steady.
The backfield will have time to work because the offensive line has not given up a sack yet this year. Youngstown State will not be able to keep up.
Pitt vs Youngstown State Prediction, Betting Lines
Pitt 38, Youngstown State 13
Line: Pitt -25.5, o/u: 62.5
ATS Confidence out of 5: 2
Pitt vs Youngstown State Must See Rating: 1.5