Miami Hurricanes sophomore quarterback N'Kosi Perry will start Saturday at Pitt despite a separated left (non-throwing) shoulder, the team announced Friday.
Redshirt freshman Jarren Williams, who started Miami's first five games but sustained an injury to his throwing shoulder several weeks ago, will be the backup against the Panthers. Tate Martell, a transfer from Ohio State, will miss the game because of "a medical leave of absence," according to the team.
"Based on the strength of his preparation throughout this week, we feel that N'Kosi gives us the best chance to win at Pittsburgh," Hurricanes coach Manny Diaz said in a statement.