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Film review: 5 plays from Syracuse’s first 5 games

From offensive line struggles to going power on the goal line against Clemson and opening the offense up, SU has been erratic to start the season. Andrew Graham looks at the film to learn more. Read More »

October 3, 2019 at 12:38 am


D.O. Sportscast: KJ Edelman explains reporting process of Syracuse's win over No. 1 Nebraska

Edelman wrote 'Perfect Storm' earlier this week, featuring interviews with various fans and players from the 1984 Syracuse football team. Read More »

October 1, 2019 at 7:45 pm


Explained: The NCAA’s targeting rule and how Syracuse fits into it

Terry McAulay, an NBC Sports football rules analyst, said Syracuse’s two ejections against Holy Cross “meet the exact criteria” for targeting. Read More »

October 1, 2019 at 1:29 pm


Brandon Berry, Syracuse pass-catchers up in this week’s stock watch

True freshman Luke Benson had the best game of his young Syracuse career against Holy Cross. Read More »

September 30, 2019 at 10:07 pm


A truck, a book and an ever-growing sense of community define the Walnut Park tailgate

The group has been tailgating for 20 years and not one of them went to Syracuse. Read More »

September 30, 2019 at 8:58 pm


Gallery: The best shots from Syracuse's 41-3 win over Holy Cross

Relive Syracuse's 41-3 victory over Holy Cross. Read More »

September 28, 2019 at 6:41 pm


'Ironman' Chris Elmore switches between defensive tackle and fullback in 41-3 win over Holy Cross

The usual offensive weapon played his first defensive snaps in a game and finished with one solo tackle. Read More »

September 28, 2019 at 5:37 pm


3 takeaways from Syracuse's 41-3 handling of Holy Cross

The Orange have won two-straight games since getting handled by Maryland and No. 1 Clemson. Read More »

September 28, 2019 at 3:26 pm


Syracuse closer to knowing the ‘right guys’ after 41-3 drubbing of Holy Cross

Tommy DeVito tossed four touchdowns to four different receivers as the Orange cruised to a second-straight win. Read More »

September 28, 2019 at 3:21 pm


Beat writers predict Syracuse to blow out Holy Cross

The Orange defeated Division I FCS school Wagner 62-10 in 2018. Read More »

September 25, 2019 at 11:46 pm


Syracuse defenders break down team’s turnover success

After finishing tied for 115th in the country in turnovers in 2017, the Orange has forced a takeaway in its last 18 games. Read More »

September 25, 2019 at 11:33 pm


After a season-ending injury his senior year of high school, Domenic Cozier has battled back to lead Holy Cross

Cozier has gained 16 pounds of muscle over the last year and a half. Read More »

September 25, 2019 at 11:23 pm


Opponent preview: What to know about Holy Cross, the only FCS team on SU's schedule

Everything you need to know about the Orange’s only FCS opponent of the 2019 slate ahead of a noon Saturday kickoff in the Carrier Dome. Read More »

September 25, 2019 at 11:22 pm


Syracuse’s defensive line looks for other ways to disrupt offenses

The Orange are on a slower sack pace than in 2018, but are still finding ways to disrupt opposing offenses. Read More »

September 25, 2019 at 11:03 pm


Mikel Jones, running game up in this week’s stock watch

Syracuse had positives across the board in its win over Western Michigan. Read More »

September 24, 2019 at 2:04 am


D.O. Sportscast: A closer look at one of Syracuse's largest football tailgates

Anthony Dabbundo comes on the podcast to talk about the 'Fine Mess' tailgate. Read More »

September 24, 2019 at 1:30 am


How a Syracuse fan blog helped expand the ‘Fine Mess’ tailgate

The Fine Mess tailgate began as seven people in 2006. Now, it’s the largest pregame group in Stadium West. Read More »

September 23, 2019 at 11:07 pm


3 takeaways from Dino Babers’ press conference

Dino Babers talks injuries, Tommy DeVito's willingness to run and what to expect against Holy Cross. Read More »

September 23, 2019 at 9:52 pm


How Aaron Hackett bided his time to become Syracuse’s top tight end

The junior had a career-high six catches for 48 yards and two touchdowns on Saturday. Read More »

September 22, 2019 at 11:05 pm


The Final Word: Syracuse defeats Western Michigan, 52-33

Beat writers discuss the 19-point win and how Syracuse is back to .500. Read More »

September 22, 2019 at 1:04 am


Syracuse’s secondary weathers injuries in 52-33 win over Western Michigan

Without Ifeatu Melifonwu and Andre Cisco, SU turned to Eric Coley, Scoop Bradshaw and Antwan Cordy to step up in the secondary. Read More »

September 21, 2019 at 6:00 pm


Tommy DeVito’s career-best performance leads Syracuse to 52-33 win over Western Michigan

The Orange had scored just 50 total points in their first three games before scoring 52 on Saturday. Read More »

September 21, 2019 at 4:00 pm


Fast reaction: 3 takeaways from Syracuse’s 52-33 win against Western Michigan

Tommy DeVito's rushing, Trishton Jackson's breakout, and the defense's playmaking highlight Syracuse's 52-33 win over Western Michigan. Read More »

September 21, 2019 at 3:46 pm


After getting fired twice in 13 months, Tim Lester is now at his dream job

After losing jobs at Syracuse in December 2015 and again at Purdue in December 2016, Lester was hired to be head coach at his alma mater. Read More »

September 19, 2019 at 1:16 am