If the Pitt brass is really serious about conducting a feasibility study, I would think part of the analysis would focus on the purpose and functionality of the venue. This would include all potential options for usage and sources of revenues.
So I don't think one can discount the possibilities for retail, business, and hospitality. Moreover, I would think the design could accommodate more than one sports program.
Think about the venue being the new home to a future Pitt hockey team. A venue which could have hosted the NCAA wrestling tournament. A venue that could host concerts, US soccer exhibition/qualifying games, the NCAA basketball tournament, high school tournaments, etc.
I just think its easier to justify the cost of a multi-purpose venue than a football only facility on premium urban land.
So I don't think one can discount the possibilities for retail, business, and hospitality. Moreover, I would think the design could accommodate more than one sports program.
Think about the venue being the new home to a future Pitt hockey team. A venue which could have hosted the NCAA wrestling tournament. A venue that could host concerts, US soccer exhibition/qualifying games, the NCAA basketball tournament, high school tournaments, etc.
I just think its easier to justify the cost of a multi-purpose venue than a football only facility on premium urban land.