As the college football season rolls on, fans and analysts always want to know how former players are doing after leaving their favorite teams. Pitt Panthers supporters, in particular, have watched several key players exit through the transfer portal.
Let’s take a look at how some of Pitt’s departed transfers are performing at their new schools. Ty Dieffenbach at Cal Poly and Chief Borders at UNLV stand out as especially notable cases. For a deep dive, check out the original article on Pitt Football Transfer Tracker.
Ty Dieffenbach at Cal Poly
Ty Dieffenbach landed at Cal Poly, stepping in as the starting quarterback. He missed two games early on because of injury, which made for a tough comeback.
His first game back didn’t go smoothly. Dieffenbach completed 15-of-33 passes for 225 yards, tossing one touchdown but also four interceptions. That rough outing led to a loss and probably rattled his confidence a bit.
Struggles Continue Against Montana State
Things didn’t get easier against No. 5 Montana State. Dieffenbach only completed 2-of-5 passes for three yards before coaches benched him in the second quarter.
Redshirt junior Bo Kelly took over and threw two touchdowns in the fourth quarter, but the team still lost 34-17. Now, there’s a bit of uncertainty about who’ll start the next game against Portland State, who haven’t won a game yet.
Chief Borders at UNLV
Chief Borders, on the other hand, has found more stability at UNLV. The team just dropped its first game of the season, falling 56-31 at Boise State.
Borders recorded one tackle and didn’t register any pressures in that game. Still, his season stats paint a better picture overall.
Consistent Performance
Borders has started all seven games for UNLV this year. He leads the team with 18 pressures, showing he can make things happen on defense.
He’s also recorded 11 tackles and two tackles for loss. Borders has become a bright spot for a team hoping to bounce back after a tough defeat.
Other Notable Departures
It’s not just Dieffenbach and Borders making moves. Several other former Panthers are out there trying to carve out new roles. Here are a few more names worth watching:
- Rodney Hammond: Details about his new team and performance this season.
- Jaden Bradley: Information on his contributions at his new school.
- Dayon Hayes: A look at how he is faring post-transfer.
- Jordan Bass: Insights into his new role and impact.
- Bangally Kamara: Updates on his performance and fit with his new team.
Conclusion
The journey of a college athlete? It’s packed with ups and downs. The transfer portal just makes things even trickier.
Pitt Panthers fans might feel a mix of excitement and nerves watching former players like Ty Dieffenbach and Chief Borders. Their performances this season really show how unpredictable college football can get.
Switching teams isn’t easy, and you see the challenges right on the field. If you want more details or the latest updates, check out the original article on Pitt Football Transfer Tracker.
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