5 Predictions for the UNC football vs. Pittsburgh football clash

Sep 16, 2023; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels offensive linemen Ed Montilus (63) and Spencer Rolland (75) and Diego Pounds (61) and William Barnes (76) react in the fourth quarter at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /

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Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Phil Jurkovec (5) walks off the field after throwing an interception during the second half against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown, WV on September 16, 2023. /

5. Pat Narduzzi is loyal… but…

Pat Narduzzi is a very loyal coach. He is not one who makes quick decisions based on the pressure that others (cough, the media and fan base) may be putting on him.

However, as much as he says he’s sticking with Phil Jurkovec at quarterback, you have to wonder just how long of a leash he has.

If Jurkovec’s struggles continue into this week, don’t be surprised to see a mid-game quarterback switch for the Panthers. It’s certain that Narduzzi knows the UNC football program struggles with backup quarterbacks, so maybe he will make the switch in hopes of lighting a spark for his team.

The longer he waits, the farther the season may get out of hand. The Panthers want to avoid falling to 1-3, and if Jurkovec can’t get the job done, why not see if one of the team’s other quarterbacks can?

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