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Gallery: Syracuse romps past West Virginia in snowy Pinstripe Bowl, 38-14

By Andrew Renneisen
Zack Chibane kisses the Pinstripe Bowl trophy after the game.
Zack Chibane kisses the Pinstripe Bowl trophy after the game. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Siriki Diabate holds up the Pinstipe Bowl trophy to the fans.
Siriki Diabate holds up the Pinstipe Bowl trophy to the fans. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
The Syracuse football team poses with Chancellor Nancy Cantor in a ceremony after the game.
The Syracuse football team poses with Chancellor Nancy Cantor in a ceremony after the game. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Doug Marrone holds up the Pinstripe Bowl trophy in a ceremony after the game.
Doug Marrone holds up the Pinstripe Bowl trophy in a ceremony after the game. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Gallery: Syracuse romps past West Virginia in snowy Pinstripe Bowl, 38-14
Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Defensive tackle Davon Walls raises his arms in celebration after the game.
Defensive tackle Davon Walls raises his arms in celebration after the game. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Syracuse celebrates after the game.
Syracuse celebrates after the game. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Syracuse head coach Doug Marrone walks towards the end zone after his victory over West Virginia.
Syracuse head coach Doug Marrone walks towards the end zone after his victory over West Virginia. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Cameron Lynch (38) and Syracuse celebrate their victory after the game.
Cameron Lynch (38) and Syracuse celebrate their victory after the game. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Syracuse Chancellor Nancy Cantor gives quarterback Ryan Nassib a hug after the game.
Syracuse Chancellor Nancy Cantor gives quarterback Ryan Nassib a hug after the game. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Defensive tackle Davon Walls celebrates as the fourth quarter ends.
Defensive tackle Davon Walls celebrates as the fourth quarter ends. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Safety Shamarko Thomas raises his helmet to the sky in celebration on the sideline toward the end of the fourth quarter.
Safety Shamarko Thomas raises his helmet to the sky in celebration on the sideline toward the end of the fourth quarter. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Syracuse wide receiver Alec Lemon #15 is tripped up in the first half. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, December 29, 2012 in New York, New York.
Syracuse wide receiver Alec Lemon #15 is tripped up in the first half. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, December 29, 2012 in New York, New York. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Trevon Austin #1, wide receiver for West Virginia, runs the ball up the field. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, December 29, 2012 in New York, New York.
Trevon Austin #1, wide receiver for West Virginia, runs the ball up the field. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, December 29, 2012 in New York, New York. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Deon Goggins #13, a tackle for Syracuse, makes a tackle behind the line of scrimmage. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, December 29, 2012 in New York, New York.
Deon Goggins #13, a tackle for Syracuse, makes a tackle behind the line of scrimmage. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, December 29, 2012 in New York, New York. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Deon Goggins #13, a tackle for Syracuse, celebrates after a tackle behind the line of scrimmage. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 in New York, New York.
Deon Goggins #13, a tackle for Syracuse, celebrates after a tackle behind the line of scrimmage. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 in New York, New York. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Darwin Cook, a safety for West Virginia, looks at the ball he almost intercepted. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, December 29, 2012 in New York, New York.
Darwin Cook, a safety for West Virginia, looks at the ball he almost intercepted. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, December 29, 2012 in New York, New York. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Prince-Tyson Gulley #23, a running back for Syracuse, runs for a touchdown. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, December 29, 2012 in New York, New York.
Prince-Tyson Gulley #23, a running back for Syracuse, runs for a touchdown. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, December 29, 2012 in New York, New York. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Prince-Tyson Gulley Syracuse, takes a hand off.
Prince-Tyson Gulley Syracuse, takes a hand off. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Workers blow snow off the lines on the field in the fourth quarter.
Workers blow snow off the lines on the field in the fourth quarter. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Prince-Tyson Gulley takes a hand off. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 in New York, New York.
Prince-Tyson Gulley takes a hand off. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 in New York, New York. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Geno Smith quarterback for West Virginia, has words for the referee after being taken down in the end zone for a safety.
Geno Smith quarterback for West Virginia, has words for the referee after being taken down in the end zone for a safety. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Geno Smith is tripped up inn the end zone for a safety in the third quarter. Syracuse recorded two safeties in its win.
Geno Smith is tripped up inn the end zone for a safety in the third quarter. Syracuse recorded two safeties in its win. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Ryan Nassib throws the ball in the second half of Syracuse's 38-14 win.
Ryan Nassib throws the ball in the second half of Syracuse's 38-14 win. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Linebacker Siriki Diabate celebrates after a Syracuse safety in the Pinstripe Bowl.
Linebacker Siriki Diabate celebrates after a Syracuse safety in the Pinstripe Bowl. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Linebacker Terrence Garvin just misses making an interception for WVU.
Linebacker Terrence Garvin just misses making an interception for WVU. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Jerome Smith walks off of the field after being stopped on fourth-and-goal in the second quarter.
Jerome Smith walks off of the field after being stopped on fourth-and-goal in the second quarter. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Linebacker Siriki Diabate points in celebration after a Syracuse safety gave the Orange a 5-0 lead in the second quarter.
Linebacker Siriki Diabate points in celebration after a Syracuse safety gave the Orange a 5-0 lead in the second quarter. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Running back Jerome Smith attempts to hurdle out of a tackle.
Running back Jerome Smith attempts to hurdle out of a tackle. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Syracuse safeties Durell Eskridge and Jeremi Wilkes make a tackle in the first half.
Syracuse safeties Durell Eskridge and Jeremi Wilkes make a tackle in the first half. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Prince-Tyson Gulley takes a carry into the WVU defense in the first half.
Prince-Tyson Gulley takes a carry into the WVU defense in the first half. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Doug Marrone puts his arm around Prince-Tyson Gulley as the running back comes off the field.
Doug Marrone puts his arm around Prince-Tyson Gulley as the running back comes off the field. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
West Virginia receiver Stedman Bailey looks for room to run in the first half.
West Virginia receiver Stedman Bailey looks for room to run in the first half. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Snow begins to mix with rain, and seats remain empty about an hour before kickoff. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City.
Snow begins to mix with rain, and seats remain empty about an hour before kickoff. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Syracuse freshman kicker Ryan Norton (49) warms up. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York.
Syracuse freshman kicker Ryan Norton (49) warms up. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Ryan Nassib passes the ball in blustery conditions on the field before the game.
Ryan Nassib passes the ball in blustery conditions on the field before the game. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Ryan Nassib warms up before the game. The weather brought snow to Yankee Stadium on Saturday before the Pinstripe Bowl between Syracuse and West Virginia.
Ryan Nassib warms up before the game. The weather brought snow to Yankee Stadium on Saturday before the Pinstripe Bowl between Syracuse and West Virginia. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
The Syracuse University Marching Band practices in the snow before the game. Forecasts call for 1-3 inches for game day. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City.
The Syracuse University Marching Band practices in the snow before the game. Forecasts call for 1-3 inches for game day. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
West Virginia fans wait outside in the snow for Yankee Stadium to open to the public. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City.
West Virginia fans wait outside in the snow for Yankee Stadium to open to the public. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Syracuse fans wait outside in the snow for Yankee Stadium to open to the public. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City.
Syracuse fans wait outside in the snow for Yankee Stadium to open to the public. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
A Syracuse fan is greeted by a disapproving West Virginia fan outside Gate 4 at Yankee Stadium before it opens to the public. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City.
A Syracuse fan is greeted by a disapproving West Virginia fan outside Gate 4 at Yankee Stadium before it opens to the public. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Yankee Stadium staff blows snow from the field. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City.
Yankee Stadium staff blows snow from the field. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Syracuse defensive end Robert Welsh (94) warms up before the game. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City.
Syracuse defensive end Robert Welsh (94) warms up before the game. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Syracuse long snapper Sam Rodgers (47) throws a football in the snow before the game. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City.
Syracuse long snapper Sam Rodgers (47) throws a football in the snow before the game. Syracuse takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Syracuse warms up before the game. The team takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City.
Syracuse warms up before the game. The team takes on West Virginia in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl at a snowy Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in New York City. Andrew Renneisen | Staff Photographer
Published on December 30, 2012 at 12:59 am

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