#86
Max Hunt
Returning to Pittsburgh for 2026
Tampa, FL → Plant
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Pat Narduzzi
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Pittsburgh
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Tight end · Pittsburgh
Returning around him
- 75% of 2024 offensive production back (Strong continuity)
- 1 Pittsburgh player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -5 net (16 in / 21 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Pittsburgh · Last season: 8-5 (AP #24) · Talent rank #56 · 2026 recruiting class #44
Background
2025: Enrolled at the University of Pittsburgh in January 2025 following his early graduation from Plant…played in three games for the Panthers on offense and special teams, catching one pass for 20 yards in his college debut against Louisville. HIGH SCHOOL: Averaged more than 17 yards per recept...
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