Transfers Nairne and Warren Aim to Boost Panthers

Pair of new players look to make an impact in upcoming season

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Eliyt Nairne and Jayden Warren, two transfer students, have joined the Pittsburgh Panthers football team and are hoping to make a significant contribution in the upcoming season. Nairne, who grew up in Charlotte, spent two years at Liberty University in Virginia before transferring to Tulane in New Orleans. Warren also joins the Panthers after playing at another school.

Why it matters

The Panthers are looking to bounce back from a disappointing season and the addition of these two transfer players could provide a much-needed boost to the team's roster and performance.

The details

Nairne and Warren both bring experience from their previous schools and are expected to compete for starting roles on the Panthers' offense and defense. The coaching staff is hopeful that their talent and skills will translate to the Panthers' system and help the team improve on their record from last year.

  • Nairne spent two years at Liberty University before transferring to Tulane.
  • Warren also joins the Panthers as a transfer student after playing at another school.

The players

Eliyt Nairne

A transfer student who grew up in Charlotte and spent two years at Liberty University in Virginia before transferring to Tulane in New Orleans.

Jayden Warren

A transfer student who joins the Panthers after playing at another school.

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What’s next

The Panthers will be closely watching Nairne and Warren's performance during spring practices and preseason training camp to determine how they will fit into the team's plans for the upcoming season.

The takeaway

The addition of experienced transfer players like Nairne and Warren could provide a much-needed boost to the Panthers' roster and help the team improve on their performance from last season.