Pitt Panthers Football Lands FCS Transfer DB

Title: Pitt Panthers Football Lands FCS Transfer DB Kavir Bains, a defensive back from UC Davis, has committed to the Pitt Panthers football team after a recent visit. Bains had a successful high school career at Valley Christian High School, earning multiple accolades and leading his team to a 22-5 record. He was ranked as a three-star recruit by 247Sports and had a two-star rating from Rivals during his high school years. Bains played a total of 14 games in the 2024 season with UC Davis, achieving impressive statistics including 83 tackles and 14 pass breakups, earning Big Sky All-Conference First Team honors. He is joining Pitt for his sixth and final season in college football, aiming to secure a starting safety position after the departure of two seniors. Pitt's safety roster includes only one returning player, Javon McIntyre, along with three other returning safeties and an incoming freshman. Bains is the third defensive back transfer to join Pitt this offseason, contributing to a total of ten players acquired from the transfer portal. The Panthers have also added offensive players, including wide receivers and offensive linemen, through the transfer portal. The team is actively rebuilding its defense and offense, addressing gaps left by graduating seniors. Bains' addition reflects Pitt's strategy of enhancing their roster with experienced players from various programs.

Original Article: https://www.si.com/college/pittsburgh/recruiting/pitt-panthers-football-lands-fcs-transfer-kavir-bains

Original Article Author: Dominic Campbell