There were several plays that Pitt failed to convert that could have made things different, but a failed surprise onsides was the key.
You could point to a whole number of plays that went Notre Dame's way in yesterday's 42-30 Pitt loss, so picking a turning point in the game that the Panthers never led was difficult. One thought: A missed opportunity on special teams.
With Jordan Whitehead's second touchdown of the game, Pitt pulled to within 28-17 with about two minutes left in the third quarter. With the defense struggling, Pat Narduzzi tried a surprise onside kick and the Panthers failed to recover.