Pittsburgh football quarterback Mason Heintschel busted out an epic seven-touchdown outing nearly a month ago. He and coach Pat Narduzzi took on a James Franklin-led Virginia Tech team Friday. But the dual-threat needed to leave early amid a leg injury.

Heintschel went to the medical tent amid a right leg injury. He had gone 10-of-18 for 113 yards with one touchdown before leaving the game. Heintschel, though, settled for four carries for two yards on the ground.

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Holden Geriner took over behind center for the Panthers, as they led 28-24 in the late third quarter during this battle of unbeatens in the Atlantic Coast Conference.

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