Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi spent part of the week grousing about his defense, the one that had served as more bystander than difference-maker during the Panthers' unbeaten start.His players were listening.

The speed in Desmond Reid’s legs, the power in Ben Sauls’ left foot and Pat Narduzzi’s risk-taking on fourth down were vital elements in Pitt’s 17-15 victory against California. Give Pitt credit for all three.

Pat Narduzzi stressed earlier this week that it's important to win games in different ways throughout the season and he probably won't complain how his team moved to 6-0 for the first time since 1982 Saturday evening at Acrisure Stadium with a 17-15 victory over ACC-newcomer,