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THE HARD WAY

Dino Babers has helped turn around several programs and has come back from several setbacks. Now, he’s trying to do the same with SU. Read More »

August 31, 2016 at 8:01 pm


Syracuse students to receive free tickets to Colgate football game

All SU students will receive free tickets to Syracuse's season opener on Friday night. They must bring their SUID and enter the Carrier Dome through Gate E. Read More »

August 31, 2016 at 4:41 pm


5 things Dino Babers said during his 1st ACC teleconference

Sean Riley will play. Devin Butler might not. Check out what Dino Babers said on his first ACC coaches teleconference. Read More »

August 31, 2016 at 12:29 pm


Syracuse football opponent preview: What to know about Colgate

Syracuse kicks off the 2016 season on Friday at 7 p.m. against Colgate at home. Here's everything you should know about the Raiders heading into the matchup. Read More »

August 31, 2016 at 9:56 am


PROS AND CONS: How playing in the Baylor-style offense affects quarterbacks' transition to the NFL

Dino Babers' Baylor-style offense is distinctly different from pro-style schemes. Quarterbacks who have played in the system collegiately have had mixed results in the NFL. Read More »

August 31, 2016 at 1:11 am


Syracuse football's defensive line is out to prove people wrong

Because of departures, injuries and position switches, the odds are stacked against Syracuse football's defensive line. It's out to prove its critics wrong. Read More »

August 30, 2016 at 11:06 pm


Syracuse football roundtable: Key storylines, what SU needs to make a bowl and under-the-radar players

Syracuse football beat writers Chris Libonati, Jon Mettus and Matt Schneidman answer three questions surrounding the Orange. Read More »

August 30, 2016 at 9:42 pm


THE CHOICE IS YOURS: Run-pass option plays key role in Dino Babers' Baylor-style offense

Syracuse will run the run-pass option with Dino Babers. The concept is a key part of the offense he brought all the way from Bowling Green to SU. Read More »

August 29, 2016 at 11:05 pm


Dino Babers' 1st in-season press conference: James Pierre doesn't qualify, young 1st-teamers and 3 a.m. movies

Check out what Dino Babers said ahead of Syracuse's matchup with Colgate. Read More »

August 29, 2016 at 12:40 pm


Syracuse football depth chart: Week 1 vs. Colgate

Syracuse released its Week 1 depth chart on Monday morning. The Orange will play the first game of the Dino Babers era on Friday against Colgate. Read More »

August 29, 2016 at 10:48 am


THE SPREAD: From Texas to Syracuse, Dino Babers brings the Baylor-style offense

The offense that Dino Babers will run at Syracuse was created in 1990 by former Baylor head coach Art Briles while Briles was the head coach at Stephenville (Texas) High School. On Sept. 2, it'll debut 1,416 miles from where it all began. Read More »

August 29, 2016 at 7:01 am


Syracuse football roster updates: Trey Dunkelberger back to TE, Scoop Bradshaw to WR and more

Syracuse football updated its roster. Here are notes on position changes as the Orange is six days away from its season opener against Colgate. Read More »

August 27, 2016 at 11:33 am


PJ Batten, Taylor Hindy leave Syracuse football program

Junior tight end PJ Batten and senior offensive lineman Taylor Hindy have decided to leave the SU football program. Both were backups with minimal playing experience. Read More »

August 27, 2016 at 10:55 am


Syracuse football training camp blog: Devin Butler switches numbers, Kenneth Ruff catches passes again and more

Get the latest updates from Dino Babers' first training camp at Syracuse. Read More »

August 25, 2016 at 8:45 am


Syracuse sports quiz: Test your knowledge of SU Athletics

Take this Syracuse sports quiz so you don’t sound like a freshman. Read More »

August 23, 2016 at 7:35 pm


Syracuse football quarterback Zack Mahoney earns scholarship

Zack Mahoney started last season as a fifth-string walk-on. He'll enter the 2016 season on scholarship. Read More »

August 23, 2016 at 4:08 pm


Gallery: Syracuse football plays paintball, runs youth clinic at Fort Drum

Syracuse's football players tested their skills in a paintball competition on Sunday at Fort Drum. It was the Orange's fifth year taking a visit to the army base during training camp. Read More »

August 21, 2016 at 7:06 pm


Syracuse and Army reestablish series; set to begin in 2023

Syracuse has reestablished a series with Army, to begin in 2023. Read More »

August 21, 2016 at 11:31 am


Jamal Custis working on filling out frame and potential in 2016

After spring football, Jamal Custis decided to change his diet, which has paid dividends on the field. Read More »

August 19, 2016 at 12:23 pm


Syracuse football running back George Morris out multiple weeks with ankle injury

Senior running back George Morris suffered an ankle injury, which required surgery, in practice last Saturday. Read More »

August 19, 2016 at 11:03 am


Kielan Whitner prepares for potential starter’s role as sophomore

Kielan Whitner isn't your typical safety but may be Syracuse's starter when the season begins. Read More »

August 17, 2016 at 2:15 pm


Syracuse football commit Michael Moore fails to qualify, will not join team

One Syracuse commit did not qualify and another is awaiting certification through the university. Read More »

August 12, 2016 at 11:09 am


Syracuse Athletics cancels Saturday's Fan Fest due to potential storms

When asked if Syracuse will reschedule its public football scrimmage, Dino Babers said, "Probably not." Read More »

August 12, 2016 at 10:55 am


Transcript of Dino Babers firing up Syracuse football team before Friday's practice

At the beginning of Friday morning's practice, Dino Babers passionately addressed his team. Here's what he said. Read More »

August 12, 2016 at 9:23 am