Pittsburgh erupted for 53 points in a high-scoring conference clash, dominating NC State behind quarterback Mason Heintschel's three touchdown passes including an electrifying 84-yard strike to Cataurus Hicks. The Panthers built a 31-21 halftime advantage before pulling away with a 15-0 third quarter surge, highlighted by three field goals from kicker Trey Butkowski. Despite Justin Joly hauling in two touchdown catches for the Wolfpack, Ja'Kyrian Turner's second rushing touchdown sealed the emphatic 19-point victory for Pitt at Acrisure Stadium.