Pitt quarterback Heintschel sidelined with torn ACL

Summarised from 2 outlets · 4 reports · Updated 4 Oct, 01:12 · Archive

Pitt quarterback Mason Heintschel has been ruled out for the season with a torn ACL.

Pitt quarterback Mason Heintschel sustained a torn ACL during a game against Virginia Tech and has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 season, according to multiple national reports. The sophomore went down with a right leg injury during the contest before the extent of the damage became clear.

Meanwhile, the Pittsburgh Steelers have also dealt with injury setbacks. Defensive tackle Derrick Harmon and cornerback Jamel Dean both suffered injuries in a game against the Cleveland Browns, with Harmon sustaining a foot injury and Dean going down with an ankle injury.

How it is being reported

• Reports: Pitt QB Mason Heintschel out for season with torn ACLTribLIVE · 3 Oct, 22:26
• Star Pitt quarterback goes down with apparent leg injuryPennLive · 3 Oct, 03:19
• Pittsburgh Steelers lose standout cornerback to ankle injuryPennLive · 2 Oct, 04:10
• Fast-rising Steelers defensive tackle goes down with foot injuryPennLive · 2 Oct, 02:57

In this story: Mason Heintschel · Derrick Harmon · Jamel Dean · Pitt · Pittsburgh Steelers · Virginia Tech · Cleveland Browns

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