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NCAA approves voluntary activities beginning June 1

The college sports calendar has been thrown off by the coronavirus outbreak, but the moratorium on athletic activities will now end May 31. Read More »

May 20, 2020 at 5:57 pm


A look at the Syracuse 8 boycott 50 years later

This episode features our Syracuse 8 series 50 years after the SU football players boycotted spring practices. Read More »

May 12, 2020 at 11:35 am


Class of 2021 defensive lineman Hayden Nelson commits to SU

3-star recruit and defensive lineman Hayden Nelson became the fifth Class of 2021 player to commit to Syracuse. Read More »

May 4, 2020 at 4:31 pm


Anwar Sparrow breaks down his decision to commit to Syracuse

The three-star linebacker was recruited by new defensive backs coach Chip West, and selected the Orange over Appalachian State. Read More »

April 30, 2020 at 10:07 pm


4 former Syracuse players sign as undrafted free agents following NFL draft

Adams, Coleman, Jackson and Riley will join Alton Robinson and Sterling Hofrichter as Syracuse players from last season in the NFL. Read More »

April 26, 2020 at 12:29 am


Punter Sterling Hofrichter selected by Atlanta Falcons in 7th round

Hofrichter was a four-time Ray Guy Award candidate, and ended his career with the most punting yards in Syracuse history. Read More »

April 25, 2020 at 6:32 pm


Defensive end Alton Robinson drafted in 5th round by Seattle Seahawks

Robinson, the first Syracuse player drafted in 2020, was named an All-ACC selection twice during his Syracuse career. Read More »

April 25, 2020 at 2:18 pm


‘What are we going to do?’: How no Pro Day impacts potential NFL prospects

Syracuse’s Pro Day was canceled due to the coronavirus. Now, players are forced to exercise amid quarantine and market themselves to NFL teams. Read More »

April 2, 2020 at 11:17 pm


Former Syracuse head coach Frank Maloney dies at age 79

Maloney hired Tom Coughlin, Nick Saban and Jerry Angelo during his 6 years coaching the Orange. Read More »

March 31, 2020 at 7:01 pm


Carrier Dome renovations likely halted by latest nonessential work order

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo released a revised list on Friday morning determining essential and non-essential businesses. Read More »

March 27, 2020 at 1:41 pm


SU’s Manley Field House could serve as surge hospital

In Onondaga County, the coronavirus case total rose to 111 Thursday. Read More »

March 26, 2020 at 5:49 pm


Syracuse Athletics draws record $99.8 million in revenue

SU’s basketball and football programs combined for 80.9% of all athletic revenue Read More »

March 26, 2020 at 1:11 am


Terry Lockett brings family-man mindset to SU as 1st Class of 2021 commit

Syracuse’s first commit, a 3-star defensive tackle from Massachusetts, has already started recruiting more prospects to join "La Familia." Read More »

March 25, 2020 at 9:18 pm


4 takeaways from Dino Babers' National Signing Day press conference

Syracuse's head coach didn't give any word on the reported hire of defensive coordinator Tony White. Read More »

February 5, 2020 at 5:50 pm


Syracuse hires former Arizona State coach Tony White as defensive coordinator

After Zach Arnett flipped to Mississippi State, Syracuse has found its next defensive coordinator. Read More »

February 4, 2020 at 8:10 pm


Sam Heckel retires from football after multiple injuries

Heckel started 14 of the 26 games he played in during his Syracuse career. Read More »

January 31, 2020 at 3:13 pm


Defensive coordinator Zach Arnett flips from Syracuse to Mississippi State

Zach Arnett was San Diego State's defensive coordinator for a season, coaching the Aztecs to one of the best defensive seasons in the country. Read More »

January 22, 2020 at 2:50 pm


Syracuse's 2020 football schedule released

Syracuse opens the 2020 season on Friday Sept. 4 at Boston College. Read More »

January 22, 2020 at 10:48 am


Syracuse hires Sterlin Gilbert as offensive coordinator, quarterbacks coach

The Orange averaged 12 points per game fewer in 2019 compared to 2018 and regressed in key areas. Read More »

January 12, 2020 at 11:12 pm


Syracuse announces Zach Arnett as new defensive coordinator

Brian Ward was fired after a Nov. 2 loss to Boston College, and Arnett now fills the vacant full-time role. Read More »

January 11, 2020 at 1:32 pm


Remembering the best Syracuse athletes of the decade

From football to rowing, check out the best Syracuse athletes from the past 10 years, as voted on by The D.O.'s sports staff. Read More »

December 27, 2019 at 8:22 pm


Syracuse's leading receiver Trishton Jackson declares for 2020 NFL Draft

By declaring for the NFL Draft, Trishton Jackson will forego his final year of eligibility. Read More »

December 26, 2019 at 3:57 pm


D.O. Sports' 10 most newsworthy stories of fall 2019

Our staff compiled the 10 most newsworthy stories of fall 2019, from firing Brian Ward to #NotAgainSU. Read More »

December 23, 2019 at 9:13 am


D.O. Sports' 10 best-written stories of fall 2019

Our staff selected the 10 best stories from the past semester, from a personal heartfelt senior day column to a profile of SU women’s soccer’s new head coach. Read More »

December 23, 2019 at 9:07 am