If Pitt football is going to compete for an ACC championship this season, it will probably need to defeat Virginia Tech on the road Friday night. And if the Panthers are going to complete that objective, they will probably need their 2025 rushing leader. Fortunately, sophomore running back Ja'Kyrian Turner is expected to play versus the Hokies, per ESPN's Pete Thamel.

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The explosive ball-carrier has been sidelined with an injury since Week 2, but the offense has managed to get by in his absence. Though, with conference play set to intensify, Pittsburgh head coach Pat Narduzzi will want a full arsenal in the backfield.