1949 Pittsburgh Panthers football team

American college football season August 2023 February 2026 1949 Pittsburgh Panthers football Independent 6–3 Mike Milligan 3rd Pitt Stadium The 1949 Pittsburgh Panthers football team represented the University of Pittsburgh as an independent during the 1949 college football season. The team compiled a 6–3 record under head coach Mike Milligan.1949 Pittsburgh Panthers Stats Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football May 21, 2016 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/pittsburgh/1949.html Schedule 1949 AP September 24 w William & Mary Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 13–7 21,506 Jack Henry DeRosa, Masarik Panther Scorers Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph September 25, 1949 Part 3-1 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-pitt-wins-opene/147319149/ Newspapers.com October 1 w y Northwestern Dyche Stadium Evanston, IL 16–7 41,000 David Condon 41,000 See Wildcats Hit By Panthers Chicago Sunday Tribune October 2, 1949 Part 2-1,5 https://www.newspapers.com/article/chicago-tribune-pitt-upsets-northwestern/147320062/ Newspapers.com October 8 w y 19 West Virginia Mountaineer Field Morgantown, WV rivalry 20–7 31,005 Carl Hughes Cecconi's Two Touchdowns In Third Quarter Turn Tide The Pittsburgh Press October 9, 1949 37 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-pittsburgh-press-cecconi-scores-two/147321675/ Newspapers.com October 15 w 15 Miami (OH) Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 35–26 20,893 Carl Hughes "Breather Tilt" Turns Into Tight Battle The Pittsburgh Press October 16, 1949 37 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-pittsburgh-press-pitt-wins-tight-bat/147322261/ Newspapers.com October 22 l y 16 Indiana Memorial Stadium Bloomington, IN 14–48 16,000 Jack K. Overmyer Crushes Panthers By 48–14 The Indianapolis Star October 23, 1949 1-Section 6 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-indianapolis-star-indiana-beats-pant/147324109/ Newspapers.com October 29 w y Penn 9 Franklin Field Philadelphia, PA 22–21 42,663 Pitt Beats Penn, 22-21, on Safety Chester L. Smith October 30, 1949 33 The Pittsburgh Press Pittsburgh, Pa. Newspapers.com https://www.newspapers.com/clip/67215524/1949-penn-pitt/ November 5 l Ohio State 11 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 10–14 54,789 John Dietrich Bucks Rally, Score Twice In Three Minutes Cleveland Plain Dealer November 6, 1949 1-B https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-bucks-rally-score-twic/147325021/ Newspapers.com November 12 l Minnesota 9 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 7–24 42,515 Charles Johnson Minnesota Beats Scrappy Pitt 24–7 Minneapolis Sunday Tribune November 13, 1949 Sports-1 https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune-minnesota-beats-scrappy-pit/147325664/ Newspapers.com November 19 w Penn State Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA rivalry 19–0 43,308–44,571 Jack Sell Cecconi Winds Up College Career in Blaze of Glory Pittsburgh Post-Gazette November 20, 1949 Section 3-1 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-post-gazette-cecconi-scores-t/147561190/ Newspapers.com Rankings 1949 college football rankings AP 1 9 19 15 16 NR NR NR NR NR NR Preseason Since Coach Mike Milligan, who led the Panthers to a 6–3 record in 1948 was back for another season, and Tom Hamilton was installed as Athletic Director, the Pitt faithful were upbeat for the 1949 season. Spring drills began on March 29. Head Coach Milligan welcomed 116 candidates, including 26 lettermen. The Athletic Department funded a jayvee team that would play a 4 or 5 game schedule, in addition to the usual freshmen squad. Initially, assistant Coach Ed Shedloskey was in charge of the Jayvees with assistance from Don Fisher, Leo Skladany and John Chickerneo. Paul Sager was later hired to coach the Jayvees. Forty-one students came to the initial tryouts.Will Doerge Footballers Granted Suffrage, Quickly Vote Selves Benefits The Pitt News 42 45 April 1, 1949 6 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062157783/viewer#page/6/mode/1up May 19, 2024 On April 30, the varsity traveled to New Brunswick, NJ to scrimmage against Rutgers. A week later they held a Blue versus White intra-squad game for fans at Pitt Stadium to close the spring session.Varsity Jayvees See Action This Weekend in Stadium Games The Pitt News 42 53 May 3, 1949 5 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062157874/viewer#page/5/mode/1up May 19, 2024Jack Henry Razzano Lost To Pitt Grid Squad Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph September 1, 1949 26 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-razzano-lost-to/147742351/ Newspapers.com Fall practice commenced August 31 in Meadville, PA on the campus of Allegheny College. Fifty-five Panthers were invited. They spent two weeks at camp, and then returned to campus to finish training for their opening game against William & Mary College.Ends Hold Key To Pitt Grid Hopes in '49 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette September 11, 1949 22 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-post-gazette-pitt-ends-hold-k/147702999/ Newspapers.com Coaching staff 1949 Pittsburgh Panthers football staff Coaching staff Walter “Mike” Milligan – head coach Harold Williams – assistant coach John Chickerneo – assistant backfield coach Robert Timmons – assistant end coach Dr. Jesse Quatse – assistant line coach Paul Sager – jayvee coach Ted Schmitt– freshman coach Edmund Shedlosky– freshman coach   Support staff Thomas J. Hamilton – director of athletics and physical education Frank Carver – graduate manager Don Giffen – publicity director Dr. Ralph Shanor – team physician Howard Waite – trainer Bill Haines – equipment manager Joe Percovich– student manager Roster 1949 Pittsburgh Panthers football rosterPittsburgh Panthers Player Position Games Weight Height Class Prep School Hometown William Abraham *halfback 9 2155 ft 8 inseniorJeannette H. S.Jeanette, PA Rudy Andabaker*guard 9 185 5 ft 11 insophomoreDonora H. S.Donora, PA Bernard Barkouskie*guard 9 200 5 ft 10 inseniorWilkes-Barre H. S.Kulpmont, PA Robert Becker* fullback 5 1906 ftsenior Westinghouse H. S.Pittsburgh, PA Bob Bestwick*halfback 6 1805 ft 11 insophomoreShaler H. S.Shaler Township, PA Michael Boldin *guard 9 210 6 ftjuniorJohnstown H. S.Johnstown, PA Nick Bolkovac*tackle 9 2256 ft 2 injuniorYoungstown H. S.Youngstown, OH Fred Botti quarterback 0 1906 ft 1 injuniorConnellsville H. S. North Union, PA Bob Brennen*quarterback 9 2156 ft 1 in sophomoreNorth Catholic H. S. Pittsburgh, PA James Campbell*fullback 91955 ft 11 insophomore Hershey H. S.Derry Township, PA Frank Capello end 2 1856 ft seniorElwood City H. S.Elwood City, PA Louis Cecconi*halfback 9165 5 ft 7 inseniorDonora H. S.Donora, PA Paul Chesshalfback 2 1856 ft sophomore Meadville H. S.Meadville, PA Eugene Coopercenter 0 1805 ft 10 insophomoreMcKeesport H. S.McKeesport, PA John Coyneend 0 1856 ft sophomoreMunhall H. S.Munhall, PA John Dazio*center 6 1956 ft sophomoreCoatesville H. S.Coatesville, PA Sam DeFedetackle 1 210 6 ft juniorMartins Ferry H. S.Martins Ferry, OH Carl DePasqua* fullback 91755 ft 8 inseniorWilliamsport. H.S.Williamsport, PA Nick DeRosa*end 9 190 6 ft 1 injuniorDonora H. S. Donora, PA Armond DiFonso*halfback 9 175 5 ft 9 in sophomoreJeannette H. S.Jeannette, PA Bill Doziskihalfback 1 1806 ftsophomore Donora H. S.Donora, OH Dave Fyockhalfback 0 1705 ft 8 insophomoreEvans City H. S.Evans City, PA William Gasparovic*tackle7 2106 ft sophomoreSteelton H.S.Steelton, PA Ted Geremsky *end 9 2156 ft 4 in juniorBraddock H. S.Braddock, PA Flint Greene*tackle 7 2005 ft 10 in juniorNew Kensington H. S.New Kensington, PA Sam Haddad center 0 220 6 ft 3 inseniorNew Castle H. S. New Castle, PA William Hardisty* halfback 7 2156 ft 3 inseniorLangley H. S.Pittsburgh, PA Harry Hollihan end 1 1956 ft 1 in juniorGlenshaw H. S.Shaler, PA Niel Huffmantackle 0 200 6 ft 2 insophomoreOstrander H. S.Ostrander, OH David Karanovich*guard 9 1956 ft 2 injuniorIrwin H. S.Irwin, PA Andy Kisidayguard 2 1905 ft 11 in seniorAmbridge H. S.Ambridge, PA Lindy Lauro*halfback 8 1955 ft 10 in seniorNew Castle H. S.New Castle, PA Bobby Lee *quarterback 9 1855 ft 10 inseniorNew Castle H. S.New Castle, PA Albert Lonoconustackle 0 1905 ft 10 insophomore West Hazleton H. S.West Hazleton, PA John Masarick*end71906 ft 1 injunior Har-Brack H. S. Tarentum, PA Louis Melillo* quarterback5 1805 ft 10 in seniorKittanning H. S. Kittanning, PA Robert Mihmtackle 4 2206 ft 1 in juniorWestinghouse H. S.Pittsburgh, PA Joe O'Barahalfback 1 1655 ft 8 injuniorJohnstown H. S.Johnstown, PA Mike Omatickquarterback 0 175 5 ft 11 insophomoreConnellsville H. S.Connellsville, PA Larry Pierceguard 1 1805 ft 10 injuniorJeannette H. S.Jeannette, PA Robert Plotz*tackle 8 2106 ft 2 in seniorMartins Ferry H. S.Martins Ferry, OH Emil Rader halfback 2 2056 ft 1 in seniorWheeling H. S.Benwood, WVA Leonard Radnor*center 9 1855 ft 10 inseniorPlymouth H. S.Plymouth, PA George Radosevich*center8 200 6 ft 2 injuniorBrentwood H. S.Brentwood, PA Jimmy Joe Robinson*halfback 8 1855 ft 11 inseniorConnellsville H. S.Connellsville, PA William Samer*end 7 1906 ft 1 inseniorDonora H. S.Donora, PA Ralph Shorttackle 3 1706 ft seniorMartins Ferry H. S.Martins Ferry, OH William Sichko*halfback 8 1705 ft 11 insophomore German Twp. H. S. McClellentown, PA Donald Skrbinguard 0 1906 ft juniorSteelton H. S.Steelton, PA Alfred Smalaratackle 0 200 6 ft sophomoreSpringdale H. S.Springdale, PA John Stokenend 0 2006 ft sophomoreAliquippa H. S.Aliquippa, PA Earl Sumpter*guard 6 1755 ft 10 inseniorClairton H. S.Clairton, PA Charles Thomasguard 0 1906 ft 3 inseniorDormont H. S.Dormont, PA Chris Warriner*end7 195 5 ft 11 insophomoreTarentum H. S.Tarentum, PA Harold Wertmanfullback 0 2056 ft sophomoreShamokinH. S.Shamokin, PA Charles Yost*guard 6 2105 ft 11in seniorYoungstown H. S.Youngstown, OH * Letterman October 8, 1949 West Virginia University Athletic Department University of Pittsburgh 1949 Roster (Alphabetical) Pitt vs. West Virginia Souvenir Program 18September 24, 1949 University of Pittsburgh Athletic Department University of Pittsburgh 1949 Roster Pitt vs. College of William and Mary souvenir program 18Football Lettermen University of Pittsburgh 2008 Pitt Football Media Guide 178–182 May 10, 2024 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062136134/viewer#page/175/mode/1up Game summaries William & Mary Week 1: William & Mary at Pitt William & Mary Pitt 0 0 0 7 6 0 0 7 September 25, 1949 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 2:00 p.m. 21,506 partly cloudy Francis P. Brennan (Canisius) yes 1 PITT Nick DeRosa recovered a fumbled snap in the end zone ( kick missed) PITT 6–0 4 PITT John Masarik 24-yard pass from Louis 'Bimbo' Cecconi ( Nick Bolkovac kick) PITT 13–0 4 W&M Vito Ragazzo 8-yard pass from Buddy Lex ( Lex kick ) PITT 13–7 yes The Pitt Panthers opened the season against the William & Mary Indians of the Southern Conference. This was the first meeting between these schools. Coach Rube McCray's squad opened their season the week before, beating Houston 14–13.1949 William & Mary Tribe Schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football May 14, 2024 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/william-mary/1949-schedule.html All-America halfback Jack Cloud led the Indians backfield and Lou Creekmur, future Pro Football Hall-of-Fame tackle, anchored the line.NEA All-American Team The Chillicothe Constitution-Tribune November 27, 1948 6 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/4486703/nea_allamerican_team/Lou Creekmur Pro Football Hall of Fame Hall of Famers May 14, 2024 https://www.profootballhof.com/players/lou-creekmur/ The Indians squad arrived in Pittsburgh by plane and was housed on campus at Webster Hall.Jack Henry 20,000 To See Stadium Contest Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph September 24, 1949 9 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-20000-to-see-s/147383272/ Newspapers.com Coach Milligan had lettermen returning at most positions. He told The Pittsburgh Press: " I don't care what the score is if we've got the most points. We're not looking for an easy afternoon." The Panthers were favored by a touchdown.Carl Hughes Panthers Get Slight Edge Over Visitors The Pittsburgh Press September 24, 1949 6 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-pittsburgh-press-panthers-get-slight/147386544/ Newspapers.com The Panthers won their opening game for the first time in 5 years by beating William & Mary 13–7. On fourth down, after the opening kick-off, Indians center George Davis hiked the ball past the punter, Buddy Lex, into the end zone. It was recovered by Panther Nick DeRosa for a touchdown. Nick Bolkovac missed the extra point, and Pitt led 6–0 four minutes into the game. Fumbles, interceptions and defense were the highlights for the rest of the first three quarters. The Panthers offense had possession of the ball on their 32-yard line to start the final period. On the seventh play, Jimmy Joe Robinson handed the ball to Bimbo Cecconi on a reverse. He stopped and threw a 24-yard touchdown pass to John Masarik. Bolkovac made the extra point for a 13–0 lead. Late in the game, William & Mary drove 61-yards and scored on an 8-yard pass from Lex to Vito Ragasso. Lex's point after made the final 13–7.Chester L. Smith Pitt Scores First TD By Grabbing Fumble Behind Goal Line The Pittsburgh Press September 25, 1949 37 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-pittsburgh-press-pitt-wins-opener-13/147389259/ Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the game against William & Mary was Ted Geremsky (left end), Nick Bolkovac (left tackle), Bernie Barkouskie (left guard), Len Radnor (center), Mike Boldin (right guard), Robert Plotz (right tackle), Nick DeRosa (right end), Bobby Lee (quarterback), Louis 'Bimbo” Cecconi (left halfback), Jimmy Joe Robinsoon (right halfback) and Carl DePasqua (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Earl Sumpter, Flint Greene, Rudy Andabaker, John Dazio, Donald Karanovich, Charles Yost, William Samer, Chris Warriner, John Masarik, Robert Brennen, William Hardisty, William Sichko, Emil Rader, Lindaro Lauro, Armand DiFonso, James Campbell and Bill Abraham. at Northwestern Week 2: Pitt at Northwestern Pitt Northwestern 7 3 0 6 0 0 0 7 October 1, 1949 Dyche StadiumEvanston, IL 2:00 p.m. 41,000 clear and cool Jay Berwanger (Chicago) yes 1 PITT Jimmy Joe Robinson 13-yard pass from Bimbo Cecconi (Nick Bolkovac kick) PITT 7–0 2 PITT Bolkovac 23-yard field goal PITT 10–0 4 PITT Robinson 12-yard run ( kick missed ) PITT 16–0 4 NORTH Johnny Miller 12-yard run ( Johnny Nemeth kick ) PITT 16–7 yes On October 1, the Panthers traveled to Evanston, IL to play the Northwestern Wildcats for the first time. The 1949 Rose Bowl champs were favored by three touchdowns. Coach Robert Voigts' club won their opener over Purdue 20–6.David Condon Pitt Plans Upset of N.U. In Comeback The Chicago Tribune October 1, 1949 Part 2-1 https://www.newspapers.com/article/chicago-tribune-pitt-plans-upset-of-n-u/147441192/ Newspapers.com Thirty-six Panthers and three coaches flew into Glenview Naval Air Station and were housed in the Sovereign Hotel near Evanston, IL. This was the Panthers first road game flight since the 1939 trip to Seattle to play Washington. Coach Milligan's squad was healthy, and he made no changes to the starting lineup.Jack Sell Squad Departs This Morning Pittsburgh Post-Gazette September 30, 1949 17 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-post-gazette-pitt-flies-to-no/147756608/ Newspapers.com The game was televised live back to Pittsburgh by WDTV.Pitt-Wildcat Game on Video Pittsburgh Post-Gazette October 1, 1949 13 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-post-gazette-pitt-wildcat-g/147757243/ Newspapers.com The 20-point underdog Panthers upset the Wildcats 16–7 to extend their win streak to 4 games. The Panthers scored in the first period on a 5-play, 64-yard drive that ended with a 13-yard pass from Bimbo Cecconi to Jimmy Joe Robinson. Nick Bolkovac added the extra point. In the second quarter, after the Panthers offense stalled at the Wildcats 15-yard line, Bolkovac booted a field goal to put the Panthers up 10–0 at halftime. Late in the third quarter, Pitt end Nick DeRosa tipped a Wildcat pass into teammate Rudy Andabaker's hands at the Northwestern 24-yard line. On the second play of the final period, Robinson raced 12-yards around end for the score. Bolkovac's kick missed. Late in the game Panthers halfback Bill Sichko fumbled and Northwestern recovered on their own 30-yard line. It took three plays for the Wildcats to score against the Panthers subs. Johnny Miller ran 10-yards for the score. Johnny Nemeth added the placement.Carl Hughes Rose Bowl Champs Thoroughly Whipped in Upset at Evanston The Pittsburgh Press October 2, 1949 37 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-pittsburgh-press-pitt-beats-northwes/147761596/ Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Northwestern was Ted Geremsky (left end), Nick Balkovac (left tackle), Bernie Barkouskie (left guard), Len Radnor (center), Mike Boldin (right guard), Robert Plotz (right tackle), Nick DeRosa (right end), Bobby Lee (quarterback), Bimbo Cecconi (left halfback), Jimmy Joe Robinson (right halfback) and Carl DePasqua (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Chris Warriner, Flint Greene, Robert Mihm, Rudy Andabaker, John Dazio, George Radosevich, Donald Kranovich, Charles Yost, William Gasparovic, William Samer, John Masarik, Robert Brennen, William Sichko, Lindaro Lauro, Armand DiFonso, William Hardisty, Robert Bestwick, James Campbell, William Abraham and Bob Becker.Real Surprise Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 2, 1949 Part 3-1 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-real-surprise/147761947/ Newspapers.com at West Virginia Week 3: Pitt at West Virginia Pitt West Virginia 0 0 13 7 0 7 0 0 October 8, 1948 Mountaineer FieldMorgantown, WV 2:00 p.m. 31,005 sunny and hot Albert Booth (Yale) yes 2 WVU Bernie Huntz 19-yard pass from Jimmy Walthall (Gene Simmons kick) WVU 7–0 3 PITT Bimbo Cecconi 19-yard run (Nick Bolkovac kick) TIE 7–7 3 PITT Cecconi 26-yard run ( kick missed ) PITT 13–7 4 PITT Lindaro Lauro 6-yard run ( Bolkovac kick ) PITT 20–7 yes On October 9, the Panthers played the Mountaineers in West Virginia for only the sixth time in the 42- game series. The Panthers won the previous 5 contests in Morgantown. The Panthers led the “Backyard Brawl” series 31–9–1.Record Book Pitt Football 2005 2005 University of Pittsburgh 160 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735051647059/viewer#page/161/mode/1up May 21, 2024 Like Pitt's first two opponents, West Virginia was a reigning Bowl Champion. The Mountaineers beat the Texas Mines Miners 21–12 in the 1949 Sun Bowl. Second-year Coach Dudley DeGroot's squad was 2–1 on the season. They beat Waynesburg and Washington & Lee, but lost to Ohio U.1949 West Virginia Mountaineers Schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football June 16, 2024 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/west-virginia/1949-schedule.html Friday, thirty-nine Panthers squad members bussed to Uniontown, PA to spend the night at the Summit Hotel. Flint Greene, backup tackle, was injured in the Northwestern game and did not make the trip. Coach Milligan went with the same starting lineup for the third straight game.Jack Sell Milligan Names 39-man Squad Pittsburgh Post-Gazette October 7, 1949 19 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-post-gazette-milligan-names-3/147819404/ Newspapers.com Pitt fans bought more than 2,000 tickets. The Baltimore & Ohio railroad ran a special train to Morgantown, priced at $3.25 on game day, that left Pittsburgh 9:15 a.m and arrived at 12:55 p.m. The return trip left at 5:25 p.m. and arrived back in Pittsburgh at 9:10 p.m.Special Train To Morgantown Pittsburgh Post-Gazette October 5, 1949 18 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-post-gazette-special-train-to/147819664/ Newspapers.com The Panthers overcame a first half deficit, and beat the Mountaineers 20–7 to extend their winning streak to 5 games. West Virginia threatened to score three times in the first half and finally succeeded with less than a minute to play. The Mountaineers drove 66 yards and scored on a 19-yard pass from Jimmy Walthall to Bernie Huntz. Gene Simmons kicked the extra point and West Virginia led at halftime 7–0. Bimbo Cecconi scored on two touchdown runs (19 and 26 yards), as he totaled 99 yards of offense in the third quarter. Lindaro Lauro added another touchdown on a 7-yard run late in the game. Nick Bolkovac was good on 2 of 3 placements.Carl Hughes Cecconii's Two Touchdowns In Third Quarter Turn Tide The Pittsburgh Press October 9, 1949 37 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-pittsburgh-press-cecconis-two-touch/149445407/ June 16, 2024 Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the game against West Virginia was Ted Geremsky (left end), Nick Bolkovac (left tackle), Bernie Barkouskie (left guard), Len Radnor (center), Mike Boldin (right guard), Robert Plotz (right tackle), Nick DeRosa (right end), Bobby Lee (quarterback), Bimbo Cecconi (left halfback), Jimmy Joe Robinson (right halfback) and Carl DePasqua (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were John Masarik, Chris Warriner, Harry Hollihan, Robert Mihm, William Gasparovic, Sam Defede, Rudy Andabaker, Donald Karanovich, Charles Yost, George Radosevich, John Dazio, Louis Melillo, Robert Brennen, Lindaro Lauro, William Sichko, William Hardisty, Armand DiFonso, James Campbell, William Abraham and Bob Becker. Miami (OH) Week 4: Miami (OH) at Pitt Miami (OH) Pitt 0 7 12 7 14 7 7 7 October 15, 1949 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 2:00 p.m. 20,893 cloudy John H. Coles (Westminster) yes 1 PITT Bimbo Cecconi 4-yard run (Nick Bolkovac kick) PITT 7–0 1 PITT Jimmy Joe Robinson 75-yard run (Bolkovac kick) PITT 14–0 2 MIAMI John Pont 36-yard pass from Mel Olix ( George Galat kick) PITT 14–7 2 PITT Cecconi 13-yard run (Bolkovac kick ) PITT 21–7 3 MIAMI Jack Bickel 79-yard run ( kick missed ) PITT 21–13 3 PITT Jimmy Joe Robinson 26-yard pass from Cecconi ( Bolkovac kick ) PITT 28–13 3 MIAMI Pont 9-yard run ( kick missed ) PITT 28–19 4 MIAMI Pont 8-yard run (Galat kick ) PITT 28–26 4 PITT Ted Geremsky 19-yard pass from Carl DePasqua ( Bolkovac kick ) PITT 35–26 yes On October 15, the unbeaten Panthers and the Miami (OH) Redskins met on the gridiron for the second and final time. In 1931 the Panthers beat the Redskins 61–0. First-year head coach Woody Hayes' squad beat Wichita in the season opener, and then lost to Virginia and Xavier.Jack Henry Pitt Plays Miami, Seeks Fourth Victory Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 15, 1949 9 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-pitt-plays-miam/149436950/ June 16, 2024 Newspapers.com Coach Milligan named the same line-up that started against West Virginia. This game was labelled High School Day, and the fans were treated to a band concert prior to kick-off. The Wilmerding, Charleroi and Springdale High School bands performed along with the 150-piece Panther ensemble. The National Air Guard of Pennsylvania performed at halftime. The Panthers ran their record to 4–0 with a hard-fought 35–26 victory over the Miami eleven. The Panthers raced to a first quarter 14–0 lead on a 4-yard dash by Bimbo Cecconi and a 75-yard run by Jimmy Joe Robinson. The teams traded scores in the second quarter. Miami's halfback John Pont scored the first of his 3 touchdowns on a 36-yard pass from Mel Olix. George Galat added the extra point to cut the lead to 14–7. Pitt answered with a 13-yard run score by Cecconi for a 21–7 halftime lead. Jack Bickell opened the second half with a 79-yard dash to cut the lead to 21–13, as the extra point was wide. Pitt answered with a 65-yard, 7-play march ending with a 26-yard pass from Cecconi to Robinson. Miami then closed the gap to 28–26 on two straight drives ending with John Pont touchdown runs of 9-yards and 8-yards. Galat converted one of the placements. Pitt, then managed to drive 39-yards, and score on a 19-yard pass from Carl DePasqua to Ted Geremsky. Nick Bolkovac was 5 of 5 for the game on his extra points.Carl Hughes 'Breather Tilt' Turns Into Tight Battle The Pittsburgh Press October 16, 1949 37 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-pittsburgh-press-breather-tilt-turns/149438773/ June 16, 2024 Newspaper.com The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Miami (OH) was Ted Geremsky (left end), Nick Bolkovac (left tackle), Bernie Barkouskie (left guard), Len Radnor (center), Mike Boldin (right guard), Robert Plotz (right tackle), Nick DeRosa (right end), Bobby Lee (quarterback), Bimbo Cecconi (left halfback), Jimmy Joe Robinson (right halfback) and Carl DePasqua (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were William Samer, Flint Greene, Ralph Short, Rudy Andabaker, George Radosevich, Donald Karanovich, Charles Yost, Chris Warriner, John Masarik, Frank Capello, Robert Brennen, Louis Melillo, William Hardisty, William Sichko, Lindaro Lauro, Armand DiFonso, Bill Abraham, Bob Becker and James Campbell. at Indiana Week 5: Pitt at Indiana Pitt Indiana 0 7 7 0 7 13 14 14 October 22, 1949 Memorial StadiumBloomington, IN 2:00 p.m. 16,000 cloudy and cool Rollie A. Barnum (Wisconsin) yes 1 IND Jerry Van Ooyen 5-yard run (Donald Henkle kick) IND 7–0 2 IND Bob Robertson 5-yard run (Henkle kick) IND 14–0 2 IND Jim Gomory 17-yard run (kick missed) IND 20–0 2 PITT Carl DePasqua 1-yard run (Nick Bolkovac kick ) IND 20–7 3 PITT Jimmy Joe Robinson 8-yard run ( Bolkovac kick ) IND 20–14 3 IND Al Tutsie 1-yard run ( Henkle kick ) IND 27–14 3 IND Robert Robertson 5-yard run (Henkle kick) IND 34–14 4 IND Robertson 23-yard pass from Nick Sebek (Henkle kick ) IND 41–14 4 IND Robertson 29-yard pass from Sebek (Henkle kick ) IND 48–14 yes On October 22, the Panthers travelled to Bloomington, IN to play the Indiana Hoosiers. The Hoosiers led the series 5–1, but they were on an 11-game losing streak. The Panthers won the 1948 meeting, to start them on their current 6-game winning streak.1949 Indiana Hoosiers Schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC SR?College Football June 18, 2024 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/indiana/1949-schedule.htmlJack K. Overmyer Tackle Crippled Indiana Today The Indianapolis Star October 22, 1949 18 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-indianapolis-star-pitt-favored-over/149578467/ June 18, 2024 Newspapers.com The Panthers squad flew into Indianapolis and bussed to Bloomington. They were housed at the Graham Hotel. Coach Milligan's team was a two-touchdown favorite, even though they had never won in Bloomington. The starting line-up remained the same for the fifth straight game.Jack Sell Neither Able to Play Saturday Pittsburgh Post-Gazette October 20, 1949 16 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-post-gazette-pitt-off-to-indi/149580170/ June 18, 2024 Newspapers.comJack Sell Injuries Beset Hoosiers Who Have Lost 11 In a Row Pittsburgh Post-Gazette October 22, 1949 10 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-post-gazette-pitt-rated-2-tou/149580479/ June 18, 2024 Newspapers.com The winless Indiana Hoosiers took out their frustrations on the Pitt Panthers and won by a score of 48–14. The Hoosiers scored three touchdowns in the first half before Pitt was able to get on the scoreboard. Late in the first period, Jerry Van Ooyen ran 5-yards for the first score. Bob Robertson and Jim Gomory scored touchdowns in the second quarter and Donald Henkle made 2 of 3 extra points to put Indiana ahead 20–0. Before halftime, the Panther offense went on a 72-yard touchdown drive that ended with a 1-yard plunge by Carl DePasqua. Nick Bolkovac added the placement. After halftime, the Panthers cut the lead to 20–14 with an 8-play, 55-yard drive, culminating with an 8-yard scamper by Jimmy Joe Robinson. Bolkovac's kick was good. Indiana answered with 2 touchdowns in both the third and fourth quarter. The Panthers offense had one more sustained drive to the Hoosiers 29-yard line, but lost the ball on downs.Chester L. Smith Hoosiers' Easy Victory Is Big Surprise The Pittsburgh Press October 23, 1949 35 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-pittsburgh-press-pitt-walloped-by-in/149582563/ June 18, 2024 Newspapers.com The Hoosiers finished the season with a 1–8 record. The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Indiana was Ted Geremsky (left end), Nick Bolkovac (left tackle), Bernie Barkouskie (left guard), Len Radnor (center), Mike Boldin (right guard), Robert Plotz (right tackle), Nick DeRosa (right end), Bobby Lee (quarterback), Bimbo Cecconi (left halfback), Jimmy Joe Robinson (right halfback) and Carl DePasqua (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Earl Sumpter, Flint Greene, Ralph Short, Rudy Andabaker, Andy Kisaday, George Radosevich, Donald Karanovich, Charles Yost, William Gasparovic, Chris Warriner, John Masarik, Robert Brennen, Louis Melillo, William Hardisty, William Sichko, Lindaro Lauro, Armand DiFonso, Bill Abraham, Bob Becker, Robert Bestwick and James Campbell.Wha' Happen? Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 23, 1949 Page 2- Part 3 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-what-happened/149582967/ June 18, 2024 Newspapers.com at Penn Week 6: Pitt at Penn Pitt Penn 6 7 7 2 0 14 7 0 October 29, 1948 Franklin FieldPhiladelphia, PA 2:00 p.m. 42,663 cloudy Harry O. Dayoff (Bucknell) yes 1 PITT Jimmy Joe Robinson 48-yard pass from Bimbo Cecconi (kick missed) PITT 6–0 2 PITT James Campbell 1-yard run (Nick Bolkovac kick) PITT 13–0 2 PENN Raymond Dooney 9-yard run (Herbert Agocs kick) PITT 13–7 2 PENN William Rhoads 51-yard pass from Francis Bagnell (Agocs kick ) PENN 14–13 3 PENN Dooney 1-yard run (Agocs kick) PENN 21–13 3 PITT Carl DePasqua 1-yard run (Bolkovac kick ) PENN 21–20 4 PITT Bernie Barkouskie blocked Dooney's punt out of the end zone for a safety PITT 22–21 yes On October 29, the Panthers played their fourth road game of the season in Philadelphia against the Penn Quakers. The Panthers led the intrastate series 9–1–1, but had not played the Quakers since 1932.Record Book Pitt Football 2005 2005 University of Pittsburgh 157 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735051647059/viewer#page/158/mode/1up June 18, 2024 Coach George Munger's Quakers were 4–0 on the season and ranked #9 by the AP poll.1949 Pennsylvania Quakers schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football June 18, 2024 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/pennsylvania/1949-schedule.html Guard John Schweder received first team AP All-American honors.John “Bull” Schweder University of Pennsylvania Athletic Department Penn Football https://pennathletics.com/sports/2016/7/6/_131485204579816165.aspx June 24, 2024 The Panthers 39-man traveling squad flew to Philadelphia and housed at the Warwick Hotel. Pitt was an 8-point underdog. Coach Milligan made two changes to the starting lineup. William Gasparovic replaced Robert Plotz at right tackle, and Robert Brennen replaced Bobby Lee at quarterback.Jack Henry State Rivals Battle in Philadelphia Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 29, 1949 9 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-state-rivals-ba/149983312/ June 24, 2024 Newspapers.com The Panthers dropped the Quakers from the undefeated ranks with a stunning come-from-behind 22–21 victory. Pitt scored in the opening quarter on a 48-yd pass from Bimbo Cecconi to Jimmy Joe Robinson. Nick Bolkovac's extra point sailed wide left. Early in the second quarter, Pitt scored again on a Jim Campbell 1-yard plunge to culminate a 71-yard march. Bolkovac added the point for a 13–0 Pitt lead. Penn quickly answered with a 13-play, 80-yard drive. Raymond Dooney ran in from the nine. Late in the half, William Rhoads caught a 51-yard touchdown pass from Francis Bagnell. Herbert Agocs converted both placements and Penn led 14–13. Early in the third period, the Penn offense added another score. Penn tackle, Doug Reichenbach, intercepted a Cecconi pass on the Panther 38-yard line. On the 13th play Dooney scored from the 1, and Agocs' extra point upped the score to 21–13 in favor of Penn. After an exchange of punts, the Panthers recovered a Snakey Graham fumble on the Penn 30-yard line. Four plays later, Carl DePasqua scored from the 1-yard line, and Bolkovac added the placement to narrow the score to 21–20 at the end of three periods. The final period was a series of fumbles and punts. Late in the game Cecconi returned a punt 50-yards to the Penn 29-yard line. The Panthers advanced the ball to the 1-yard line, and lost the ball on downs. On second down, with 35 seconds remaining, the Quakers' punt was blocked out of the end zone by Bernie Barkouskie, and Pitt was awarded a 2 point safety. Pitt 22 to Penn 21.Art Morrow Pitt Beats Penn In Last Minute, 22–21 The Philadelphia Inquirer October 30, 1949 Sports-4 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-philadelphia-inquirer-pitt-beats-pen/149989987/ June 24, 2024 Newspapers.comJack Henry Barkouskie Blocks Kick For Victory Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 30, 1949 2-part 3 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-barkouskie-bloc/149990415/ June 24, 2024 Newspapers.com This was the last time the Panthers and Quakers would meet on the gridiron. The Quakers finished the season with a 4–4 record. The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Pennsylvania was Earl Sumpter (left end), Nick Bolkovac (left tackle), Bernie Barkouskie (left guard), Len Radnor (center), Mike Boldin (right guard), William Gaspaovic (right tackle), Nick DeRosa (right end), Robert Brennen (quarterback), Bimbo Cecconi (left halfback), Jimmy Joe Robinson (right halfback) and Carl DePasqua (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Ted Geremsky, William Samer, Flint Greene, Ralph Short, Rudy Andabaker, Andy Kisaday, George Radosevich, John Dazio, Donald Karanovich, Charles Yost, Chris Warriner, John Masarik, Louis Melillo, William Hardisty, William Sichko, Lindaro Lauro, Armand DiFonso, Bill Abraham, Bob Becker, Bobby Lee, Robert Bestwick and James Campbell. Ohio State Week 7: Ohio State at Pitt Ohio State Pitt 0 0 14 0 0 7 3 0 November 5, 1949 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 2:00 p.m. 54,789 cloudy and cold George Rennix (Minnesota) yes 2 PITT Earl Sumpter 17-yard pass from Carl DePasqua (Nick Bolkovac kick) PITT 7–0 3 PITT Bolkovac 28-yard field goal PITT 10–0 3 OSU Pandel Savic 1-yard run (Jimmy Hague kick) PITT 10–7 3 OSU Ray Hamilton 23-yard run (Hague kick ) OSU 14–10 yes On November 5, Pitt played Wes Fesler's #11 ranked Ohio State Buckeyes. They were 4–1–1 on the season. A loss to #5Minnesota and a tie with USC were the only blemishes on their record.1949 Ohio State Buckeyes Schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football June 24, 2024 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/ohio-state/1949-schedule.html The Buckeyes led the all-time series with Pitt 9–3–1.Record Book Pitt Football 2005 2005 University of Pittsburgh 156 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735051647059/viewer#page/157/mode/1up June 18, 2024 Both teams were missing offensive threats. Ohio sophomore halfback, Vic Janowicz, was injured and did not play. Pitt halfback, Jimmie Robinson was injured in the Penn game and did not play. He was replaced by Armand DiFonso in the starting lineup.Jack Henry 60,000 Fans To See Game In Stadium Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph November 5, 1949 9 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-60000-fans-to/150164001/ June 27, 2024 Newspapers.com With 54,789 fans looking on, Pitt led 10–0 early in the second half, but the Buckeyes rallied and gave the Panthers their second loss 14–10. The Panthers dominated the first half, but only managed to score one touchdown. Late in the second quarter, Panthers halfback, Bill Sichko returned a punt to the Ohio State 42-yard line. It took the Panthers 8-plays to score, with a 17-yard pass from Carl DePasqua to Earl Sumpter the clincher. Nick Bolkovac added the extra point and Pitt led 7–0 at halftime. The Panthers offense drove to the Ohio State 21-yard line to start the third period. The Buckeyes defense held, and Bolkovac kicked a 28-yard field goal for a 10–0 Pitt lead. The Panthers defense held and forced a punt. Sichko fumbled and the Buckeyes recovered on the Pitt 12-yard line. On the seventh play, Ohio Statecquarterback Pandel Savic scored through the middle from the 1-yard line. James Hague booted the placement to cut the lead to 10–7. State regained possession when halfback Bill Newell intercepted a DePasqua pass on the Ohio 30-yard line. Seven plays later the Buckeyes led 14–10. The fourth quarter was scoreless, as Pitt's offense was kept at bay by the Ohio State defense.Jack Henry Panther Fumble Proves Costly Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph November 6, 1949 2- part 3 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-panther-fumble/150163384/ June 27, 2024 Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Ohio State was Earl Sumpter (left end), Nick Bolkovac (left tackle), Bernie Barkouskie (left guard), Len Radnor (center), Mike Boldin (right guard), William Gaspaovic (right tackle), Nick DeRosa (right end), Robert Brennen (quarterback), Bimbo Cecconi (left halfback), Armand DiFonso (right halfback) and Carl DePasqua (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Ted Geremsky, William Samer, Robert Mihm, Larry Pierce, Rudy Andabaker, George Radosevich, Robert Plotz, Donald Karanovich, Chris Warriner, Frank Capello, William Hardisty, William Sichko, Bill Abraham, Bobby Lee, Emil Rader, Robert Bestwick and James Campbell. Minnesota Week 8: Minnesota at Pitt Minnesota Pitt 0 14 0 10 0 0 7 0 November 12, 1949 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 2:00 p.m. 42,515 warm Mike Layden (Notre Dame) yes 2 MINN Bill Bye 6-yard run (Gordon Soltau kick) MINN 7–0 2 MINN Bye 29-yard run (Soltau kick) MINN 14–0 3 PITT Nick DeRosa 21-yard pass from Bimbo Cecconi (Nick Bolkovac kick) MINN 14–7 4 MINN Jim Malosky 21-yard pass from Bill Bye (Soltau kick ) MINN 21–0 4 MINN Soltau 15-yard field goal MINN 24–7 yes Bernie Bierman's Minnesota Golden Gophers came to Pittsburgh as 14-point favorites. The Gophers and Panthers had identical 5–2 records, but the AP ranked the Gophers #9 in the country.Dave Pollack Gophers Peril Panrther Ambitions Tomorrow The Pitt News November 11, 1949 43 15 1 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062159359/viewer#page/1/mode/1up June 29, 2024 The Gopher lineup had future Pro Football Hall-of-Famers: end, Bud Grant and tackle, Leo Nomellini, plus consensus All-American center, Clayton Tonnemaker.FWAA All America Football Writers Association of America http://www.sportswriters.net/fwaa/awards/allamerica/alltime.pdf 2011-10-11 2019-03-04 https://web.archive.org/web/20190304073432/http://www.sportswriters.net/fwaa/awards/allamerica/alltime.pdf dead The Gophers led the all-time series with the Panthers 5–0, and had outscored Pitt 138–17.Record Book Pitt Football 2005 2005 University of Pittsburgh 155 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735051647059/viewer#page/156/mode/1up October 17, 2023 In front of 42,515 fans, the Minnesota Gophers extended their win streak to six over the Panthers, as they won 24–7. Minnesota scored two touchdowns in the second period on runs by Bill Bye. Gordon Soltau added the extra points to make the half-time score 14–0. In the third quarter the Panthers managed to score a touchdown that cut the lead to 14–7. The Panthers gained possession on the Gophers 45-yard line, and ran six straight passing plays. Nick DeRosa caught a 21-yard pass from Bimbo Cecconi for the touchdown. Nick Bolkovac booted the placement. In the final quarter, Pitt fumbled on their 16-yard line and Minnesota scored in 2 plays. Bye tossed a 21-yard touchdown pass to Jim Molosky and Soltau added the point. Late in the game, Soltau capped the scoring with a 15-yard field goal.Jack Henry Panthers Score On Cecconi Pass Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph November 13, 1949 2 part 3 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-panthers-score/150189274/ June 27, 2024 Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Minnesota was Earl Sumpter (left end), Nick Bolkovac (left tackle), Bernie Barkouskie (left guard), George Radosevich, (center), Mike Boldin (right guard), Robert Plotz (right tackle), Nick DeRosa (right end), Robert Brennen (quarterback), Bimbo Cecconi (left halfback), Armand DiFonso (right halfback) and Carl DePasqua (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Ted Geremsky, Robert Mihm, William Samer, Flint Greene, Rudy Andabaker, Len Radnor, John Dazio, Donald Karanovich, William Gasparovic, John Masarik, William Sichko, Lindaro Lauro, Bill Doziski, Jimmy Joe Robinson, Paul Chess, Bill Abraham, Bobby Lee, Robert Bestwick and James Campbell. Penn State Week 9: Penn State at Pitt Penn State Pitt 0 0 0 0 6 0 7 6 November 19, 1949 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 2:00 p.m. 43,308–44,571 cloudy and cold Joseph H. Williams (Bucknell) yes 1 PITT Bimbo Cecconi 35-yard run (kick missed) PITT 6–0 4 PITT Cecconi 24-yard run ( Nick Bolkovac kick) PITT 13–0 4 PITT Jimmy Joe Robinson 58 -yard pass from Cecconi (kick missed ) PITT 19–0 yes On November 19, the Panthers ended the season with their annual intrastate game against the Penn State Nittany Lions. Penn State, under the direction of first year coach Joe Bedenk, came to the Stadium with a 5–3 record.1949 Penn State Nittany Lions Schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football June 29, 2024 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/penn-state/1949-schedule.html Pitt led the all-time series 28–18–2.Record Book Pitt Football 2005 2005 University of Pittsburgh 157 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735051647059/viewer#page/158/mode/1up June 29, 2024 Nineteen Panthers were ending their college football careers. Pitt was favored and wanted one more victory to match their 1948 record of 6–3.John Megella Pitt Favored In Grid Finale The Pitt News November 18, 1949 43 17 1 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062159334/viewer#page/1/mode/1up June 29, 2024 Pitt halfback Bimbo Cecconi starred, both offensively, as he ran for two touchdowns and passed for a third, and defensively, as he intercepted three State passes in a 19–0 shutout of Penn State. In the first quarter, Cecconi intercepted an Owen Dougherty pass on the Panther 5-yard line and returned it to the 23-yard line. Two first downs moved the ball to the State 35-yard line. Carl DePasqua ran through right guard for 10 yards and then lateraled to Cecconi, who did not stop until he crossed the goal line. Nick Bolkovac missed the placement and Pitt led 6–0. Late in the half, Cecconi intercepted a pass by Bill Luther and returned it to the State 14, but the Panthers could not score. After 10 minutes of the third period, the Panthers gained possession on their 29-yard line. On second down halfback Paul Chess caught a swing pass from DePasqua and raced 57-yards to the State 9-yard line. Bimbo scored around end on the next play, and Bolkovac booted the extra point for a 13–0 lead. In the final period, State answered with a drive that went to the Panther 8-yard line. Bimbo intercepted Luther's pass in the end zone for a touchback. Late in the game, Bernie Barkouskie recovered a State fumble on the Pitt 42-yard line. On first down, Cecconi threw a 58-yard touchdown pass to Jimmy Robinson. Bill Abraham missed the placement. Final score 19–0.Carl Hughes 44,500 See Cecconi Score Two TDs, Robinson the Third The Pittsburgh Press November 20, 1949 37 section 3 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-pittsburgh-press-44500-see-cecconi/150308770/ June 29, 2024 Newspapers.comJack Henry Cecconi Figures In All Scoring Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph November 20, 1949 2 part 3 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-cecconi-figures/150309070/ June 28, 2024 Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Penn State was Earl Sumpter (left end), Nick Bolkovac (left tackle), Bernie Barkouskie (left guard), Len Radnor (center), Mike Boldin (right guard), Robert Plotz (right tackle), Nick DeRosa (right end), John Dazio (quarterback), Bimbo Cecconi (left halfback), Armand DiFonso (right halfback) and Carl DePasqua (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Ted Geremsky, William Samer, Flint Greene, Rudy Andabaker, Andrew Kisaday, Donald Karanovich, George Radosevich, William Gasparovic, Lindaro Lauro, William Hardisty, Jimmy Joe Robinson, Paul Chess, Bill Abraham, Bobby Lee, Robert Brennen, Joe O'Bara, Robert Bestwick and James Campbell. Individual scoring summary 1949 Pittsburgh Panthers scoring summaryPittsburgh Panthers Player Touchdowns Extra points Field goals Safety Points Jimmie Joe Robinson700042 Louis Cecconi600036 Nick Bolkovac0162022 Nick DeRosa200012 Carl DePasqua200012 John Masarik10006 Lindaro Lauro10006 Ted Geremsky10006 Earl Sumpter10006 James Campbell10006 Bernie Barkouskie00012 Totals221621156 Postseason Bernie Barkouskie was named to the 1949 Collier's and Newspaper Editors Association first team, and the Associated Press third team All-America squads.Panther Guard First Selected Since 1941; Cecconi Gets Mention The Pittsburgh Press December 2, 1949 41 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-pittsburgh-press-barkouskie-named-al/150316246/ June 28, 2024 Newspapers.comJeff Moshier Grayson Is First With All-America Offense, Defense The Evening Independent November 26, 1949 https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=9v9PAAAAIBAJ&sjid=hlUDAAAAIBAJ&pg=5398,3020689&dq=tonnemaker+nea&hl=enIrish Lead In A.P. All-Star Honors The Southeast Missourian (AP story) December 1, 1949 https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=mRMpAAAAIBAJ&sjid=3dYEAAAAIBAJ&pg=2241,4784958&dq=tonnemaker+galiffa&hl=en Carl DePasqua and Bernie Barkouskie were selected to play in the annual New Year's Day Blue-Gray Game in Montgomery, AL.5 Local Grid Stars Spark Line-Ups In 'Big' Bowl Games Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph December 31, 1949 1 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-pitt-stars-in-b/150314744/ June 28, 2024 Newspapers.com On December 26, Louis 'Bimbo' Cecconi played in the North-South All-Star game in Miami, FL.Bimbo Cecconi Miami Bound The Pittsburgh Press December 18, 1949 40 https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-pittsburgh-press-bimbo-cecconi-miami/150317295/ June 28, 2024 Newspapers.com On January 27, 1950, Coach Mike Milligan resigned as head coach of the University of Pittsburgh. The Panthers offered him a contract on a year-by-year basis, but he wanted a three-year deal. His three-year record was 13–14. After a 1–8 first season, his Panthers finished 6–3 the following two years.Jack Henry Milligan Out As Pitt Coach Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph January 27, 1950 1 https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-sun-telegraph-milligan-out-as/150312844/ June 28, 2024 Newspapers.com Team players drafted into the NFL The following players were selected in the 1950 NFL draft. https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/1950/draft.htm Pro Football Reference Sports Reference LLC SR/Pro Football June 30, 2024 2 Pittsburgh Panthers Player Position Round Pick NFL club Jimmy Joe Robinsonback339Cleveland Browns Bob Plotztackle11143Cleveland Browns Lou Cecconiback13167San Francisco 49'ers Bernie Barkouskieguard16204Pittsburgh Steelers Carl DePasquaback29372Pittsburgh Steelers References Pittsburgh Category:Pittsburgh Panthers football seasons Pittsburgh Panthers football