The Irish have had two weeks to bask in the glow of their victory over previously unbeaten USC, and they have an important showdown against Clemson looming next week. The tough-luck Panthers caught some bad breaks against Wake Forest last week but have still looked improved since their bye. Christian Veilleux has thrown for 504 yards with four touchdowns and zero interceptions since taking over at QB. Moreover, the Irish have failed to cover in their last five home meetings against Pitt.