In a thrilling development for the Pitt Panthers, they've secured the commitment of Elijah Lagg, a transfer tight end from UAB, marking the second addition in just two days. This announcement came via Lagg himself on X, revealing that he has decided to join Pitt after his recent visit. He follows Oklahoma's Carson Kent, who also pledged to Pitt during this transfer cycle, raising excitement among fans and analysts alike.
Elijah Lagg visited the Pitt campus on Thursday and comes with one year of playing eligibility remaining. However, he is actively seeking an additional year due to his previous experience as a junior college player. Besides Pitt, Lagg explored opportunities at FAU and North Texas, and had plans to check out Arkansas on Saturday, making his decision all the more intriguing.
Standing at an impressive 6 feet 4 inches and weighing 240 pounds, Lagg had a noteworthy junior season in 2025 at UAB, where he participated in 12 games, starting six of them. During this time, he recorded 20 receptions totaling 164 yards, demonstrating his capability and potential impact on the field.
Originally from Mountain Home, Arkansas, Lagg's football journey began at Capioah-Lincoln junior college, where he played in 14 games and made seven catches for 85 yards. His path to Pitt highlights not only his persistence but also the potential he brings to the team.
With the arrivals of Lagg and Kent, the Panthers are actively reshaping their tight end roster after parting ways with Jake Overman and Justin Holmes, both of whom have exhausted their eligibility, along with Malachi Thomas, who entered the transfer portal. The projected tight end lineup for the upcoming 2026 season now includes rising redshirt freshman Max Hunt, walk-on Josh Altsman, and incoming freshman Wyatt Villarreal, offering a mix of experience and fresh talent.
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