Linked Up: Pitt Athletics News & Notes (8/14)

Here’s some recent news and notes surrounding Pitt athletics:

• Pitt football players want to move the ball more effectively on offense
• As camp opened, head football coach Pat Narduzzi talked about his team being glad to be back
• Pro Football Network says Pitt safety Paris Ford is a difference maker
• Tyler Boyd is seeking respect entering this football season
• The Trib takes a look at Pitt defensive coordinator Randy Bates
• Turf Show Times has a look at some Aaron Donald rankings and bits
• Lesean McCoy will play for the Buccaneers but he isn’t expected to be the starter
• Eight Pitt gymnasts were named Academic All-Americans

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