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What is the nickname for the Penn State-Pittsburgh football rivalry?

  • Keystone Classic

  • Battle for Pennsylvania

  • Nittany-Panther Showdown

  • Penn State-Pitt Showdown

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The Penn State-Pittsburgh football rivalry is nicknamed the "Keystone Classic." This rivalry dates back to 1893 and is named after Pennsylvania's nickname, the Keystone State. The two teams have played each other over 100 times.
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