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SMU's ACC Shift Opens Doors for Pitt's DFW Recruiting Wins

December 2, 2025
Pitt lands Celina TE Villarreal and Carroll QB Renda

Two Dallas-Fort Worth standouts have committed to Pittsburgh as the Panthers look to establish a recruiting pipeline in the Metroplex following SMU's move to the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Wyatt Villarreal, a 6'5", 225-pound tight end from Celina, brings reliable hands and blocking ability as a 3-star recruit. Angelo Renda, a 3-star quarterback from Southlake Carroll, compiled a 77% completion rate along with significant dual-threat capabilities during his high school career. Both commitments signal Pittsburgh's intent to compete for DFW talent in the ACC landscape.