Post-Gazette Pitt football insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable react to coach Pat Narduzzi's news conference ahead of a ranked matchup with Notre Dame at Acrisure Stadium. This show is presented by FanDuel.

What did Narduzzi mean when he said the game isn't a "must-win" for his team led by Desmond Reid, Mason Heintschel, Kyle Louis and Rasheem Biles? Was it an odd comment for him to make with the national spotlight on his program this week? Or is it an accurate reflection of Pitt's contender status in the ACC title race?

Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders whether Pitt is the best team in the conference after weekend upset losses for top competitors including Louisville and Virginia.

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