Tag: College football
Observations from SU’s loss to Stanford: McCord struggles, running game discrepancy
Despite Kyle McCord's struggles, Syracuse led Stanford late in the game. Though, Eric Ayomanor's spectacular catch on fourth down set up the Cardinal to kick the game-winning field goal. Read More »
Syracuse stunned by Stanford 26-24 after allowing time-expiring field goal
Kyle McCord led SU to take a one-point lead late in the fourth quarter against Stanford. Yet Cardinal kicker Emmett Kenney buried a 39-yard field goal with time expiring to stun the Orange 26-24. Read More »
In The Huddle: Stanford
The Daily Orange has everything you need to know ahead of Syracuse’s inaugural matchup against Stanford Friday in the JMA Wireless Dome. Read More »
Beat writers unanimously pick Syracuse to defeat Stanford
Syracuse takes on Stanford Friday in the first-ever meeting between the two schools on the gridiron. Our beat writers believe the Orange will defeat the Cardinal to clinch a 3-0 start. Read More »
INAUGURAL BATTLE: Previewing Syracuse football’s 1st-ever matchup vs. Stanford
For the first time ever, Syracuse football battles Stanford in a cross-country matchup at the JMA Wireless Dome. Here's everything to know about the Orange and Cardinal ahead of the contest. Read More »
‘OFFENSIVE SCIENTIST’: Jeff Nixon is using 14 years of NFL experience to transform SU’s offense
During his career, Jeff Nixon has coached stars like Christian McCaffery and Saquon Barkley. Now, he’s running SU’s offense. Read More »
‘NATIONAL BRAND’: Stanford matchup signifies start of Syracuse’s dreams in realigned ACC
Syracuse’s matchup versus Stanford Friday is the first ACC football game featuring a new university from the conference’s three-school expansion. For SU, the contest signifies its continued push to grow its national brand. Read More »
CANADA'S CATCH: Stanford receiver Elic Ayomanor looks to be Canada’s next NFL star
Stanford's Elic Ayomanor became an elite receiving prospect after moving from Canada to the United States. Read More »
Fran Brown talks ACC realignment, Stanford offense before Week 4 matchup
Fran Brown discussed ACC realignment and facing Stanford ahead of Syracuse's matchup against the Cardinal Friday. Read More »
Improved wide receiver room bolstering Syracuse's potent air attack
Syracuse wide receivers coach Ross Douglas has shaped SU’s receiving corps into a formidable group in 2024. Read More »
Film Review: Diving into Syracuse’s suspect special teams vs. Georgia Tech
SU had a field goal blocked, a punt blocked and failed to recover a Georgia Tech onside kick despite defeating the Yellow Jackets 31-28. Read More »
Syracuse's adjustments pay off in Marlowe Wax's 1st missed game
With the absence of star linebacker Marlowe Wax, Syracuse adjusted its defense by changing Fadil Diggs’ role. Read More »
Kyle McCord, Da’Metrius Weatherspoon named ACC Players of the Week
Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord and left tackle Da’Metrius Weatherspoon have been named ACC Players of the Week, the conference announced Monday. Read More »
Oronde Gadsden grabs 2 touchdowns in SU’s win over GT
After scoring a touchdown against Ohio in his return from a season-ending Lisfranc injury, Oronde Gadsden II scored two more in SU’s win over Georgia Tech. Read More »
Gallery: Scenes from Syracuse's upset win over Georgia Tech
Syracuse took down then-No. 23 Georgia Tech 31-28 Saturday in Fran Brown's first ever Atlantic Coast Conference matchup. Here are some of the best photos from the game. Read More »
SU rushing defense improves from Week 1, limits No. 23 GT’s ground game
After allowing 255 rushing yards to Ohio, Syracuse held No. 23 Georgia Tech to its worst ground performance of the season. Read More »
Syracuse retires Dwight Freeney's No. 54 jersey at halftime of SU's win over GT
At halftime of Syracuse’s game against No. 23 Georgia Tech Saturday, the Orange honored Hall of Fame defensive lineman Dwight Freeney by retiring his No. 54 jersey. Read More »
Syracuse beats No. 23 Georgia Tech 31-28 in 1st AP Top 25 win since 2022
Syracuse defeated No. 23 Georgia Tech 31-28 in the Orange's first victory over an AP Top 25 team since Oct. 15, 2022. It's Fran Brown's first ranked win and first ACC win since taking over as SU's head coach. Read More »
Observations from SU’s win over No. 23 GT: McCord shines again, filling Wax's void
Kyle McCord connected with eight different receivers, throwing for 381 yards and tallying his second straight game with four passing touchdowns. More observations on Syracuse's 31-28 win over No. 23 Georgia Tech. Read More »
With unmatched toughness, LeQuint Allen Jr. has become 'the standard' of SU's offense
LeQuint Allen Jr. rose from a backup true freshman to an over 1,000-yard rusher as a sophomore. His fierce play style is the key to his success. Read More »
Opponent Preview: What to know before SU's ACC-opener vs. No. 23 Georgia Tech
After cruising to victory over Ohio in Week 1, Syracuse faces a bigger challenge when it hosts No. 23 Georgia Tech. Read More »
After switching from wide receiver, GT's Jamal Haynes has thrived in the backfield
After making the shift from wide receiver to running back, Jamal Haynes has become a standout weapon for Georgia Tech’s offense. Read More »
Beat writers split on whether Syracuse will defeat No. 23 Georgia Tech
Syracuse takes on No. 23 Georgia Tech Saturday in the first ranked matchup of the Fran Brown era. Our beat writers are split on whether the Orange will defeat the Yellow Jackets in their ACC opener. Read More »
Film Review: Kyle McCord dazzles from pocket in SU debut for career-best day
After a three-and-out to begin Syracuse's season-opener versus Ohio, Kyle McCord dialed in, throwing for 354 yards and four touchdowns. Here's a break down of how McCord excelled from the pocket in his SU debut. Read More »