Pitt Football was well represented in Phil Steele’s annual preseason honors, highlighted by linebacker Kyle Louis and all-purpose standout running back Desmond Reid, who both earned spots on Steele’s Preseason All-America First Team.
Louis (linebacker) and Reid (all-purpose) were among the top players nationally recognized by Steele, one of the most respected voices in college football preview analysis. Pitt is joined by Clemson and Miami as the only ACC programs with First Team All-Americans on Steele’s list.
In addition to their national recognition, both Louis and Reid were named to Phil Steele’s Preseason All-ACC First Team, with Reid earning honors as both a running back and punt returner. Louis secured his place on the league’s top defensive unit at linebacker.
Several more Panthers earned conference recognition:
Lyndon Cooper, center – Second Team
Jimmy Scott, defensive end – Second Team
Rasheem Biles, linebacker – Second Team
Kenny Johnson, wide receiver – Third Team
Rashad Battle, cornerback – Third Team
In total, seven Panthers earned eight All-ACC honors, underscoring the depth of talent returning to head coach Pat Narduzzi’s squad for the 2025 campaign.
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4:00 pm - 06.19.2025OaklandFootball: Louis, Reid headline Steele’s preseason honors
Pitt Football was well represented in Phil Steele’s annual preseason honors, highlighted by linebacker Kyle Louis and all-purpose standout running back Desmond Reid, who both earned spots on Steele’s Preseason All-America First Team.
Louis (linebacker) and Reid (all-purpose) were among the top players nationally recognized by Steele, one of the most respected voices in college football preview analysis. Pitt is joined by Clemson and Miami as the only ACC programs with First Team All-Americans on Steele’s list.
In addition to their national recognition, both Louis and Reid were named to Phil Steele’s Preseason All-ACC First Team, with Reid earning honors as both a running back and punt returner. Louis secured his place on the league’s top defensive unit at linebacker.
Several more Panthers earned conference recognition:
In total, seven Panthers earned eight All-ACC honors, underscoring the depth of talent returning to head coach Pat Narduzzi’s squad for the 2025 campaign.
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