Pitt Panthers Duo Earns AP All-American Honor

Title: Pitt Panthers Duo Earns AP All-American Honor The Pitt Panthers had two players, Desmond Reid and Kyle Louis, recognized as All-Americans by the Associated Press for the 2024 season. Desmond Reid was named to the Second Team as an all-purpose player, while Kyle Louis was recognized as a Second Team linebacker. Both players previously received All-American honors from CBS Sports and The Athletic, marking a significant achievement for the program. They are the first Pitt players to earn AP All-American honors since 2022. Reid had standout performances throughout the season, including a notable game against Kent State where he rushed for 145 yards and scored a punt return touchdown. In a dramatic game against Cincinnati, Reid achieved over 100 yards in both rushing and receiving, leading the team to a comeback victory. Reid has impressive season statistics, with 151 carries for 797 yards and 47 catches for 564 yards across 10 games. He ranks second in the ACC and sixth in the FBS with an average of 150.90 all-purpose yards per game. Kyle Louis also excelled, making 96 tackles and achieving significant defensive statistics, including 15.5 tackles for loss and four interceptions. Both Reid and Louis were recognized as All-ACC First Team selections, highlighting their contributions to the team's success this season.

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Original Article Author: Dominic Campbell