Refresh your match-up history before the big game.
When J.T. Daniels takes his first snap against Pitt on September 1, it will be his first-ever Backyard Brawl. Let’s take a look at how some of WVU’s most well-known quarterbacks have fared in this gridiron classic.
Oliver Luck (1978–1981)
0 Wins / 4 Losses
In 1979, WVU played its final game in old Mountaineer Field when Pitt visited on November 10. Pitt was by far the superior team, led by All-American quarterback Dan Marino. WVU gave Pitt all they could handle in a 24–17 loss to the Panthers.
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Jeff Hostetler (1983–1984)
2 Wins / 0 Losses
In 1983, Hostetler led the #7 Mountaineers over Big East rival Pitt 24–21, the first victory over Pitt in seven years. Hostetler led a game-winning drive that he capped out with a bootleg touchdown run for victory.
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Major Harris (1987–1989)
1 Win / 1 Loss / 1 Tie
In 1988, WVU dismantled Pitt 31–10 on their way to an undefeated season and a match-up for the national championship against Notre Dame in the Fiesta Bowl. Many believe the 1988 team was the best WVU team of all time.
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Marc Bulger (1996–1999)
3 Wins / 1 Loss
Pittsburgh native Marc Bulger threw 6 touchdown passes in a 52–14 win over Pitt in 1998. He finished the game with 26 completions for 409 total yards.
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Pat White (2005–2008)
2 Wins / 2 Losses
In a 45–27 win in 2006, White threw for 204 yards and two touchdowns, and he ran for 220 yards and two touchdowns. His 200-plus rushing and passing yards makes him one of only eight players in NCAA history to do so in a game.
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