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Beat writers predict Syracuse to sneak by Western Michigan

The Orange opened the 2018 season with a 55-42 win over the Broncos in 2018. Read More »

September 19, 2019 at 12:28 am


Opponent preview: What to know about Western Michigan

Following two losses by a combined 78 points, Syracuse hosts Western Michigan in the Carrier Dome on Saturday at noon. Read More »

September 18, 2019 at 11:40 pm


Inside the relationship between Andre Szmyt and Sterling Hofrichter, two of the nation’s top specialists

Kicker Andre Szmyt and punter Sterling Hofrichter have bonded over their love for golf, barbecue, and special teams. Read More »

September 18, 2019 at 11:27 pm


Sen. Kevin S. Parker explains new proposal to pay college athletes

A proposed bill could have massive ramifications for Syracuse University athletics and the NCAA at-large. Read More »

September 18, 2019 at 11:06 pm


Why SU’s running backs, the ‘juice of the offense,’ have struggled this season

Despite its running back group being as talented as ever, SU’s running game has struggled. Read More »

September 18, 2019 at 11:02 pm


How ‘D’ SU Tailgate Party became one of Skytop’s largest tailgates

For the past five years, the DeMetros have expanded their crowd from 20 to nearly 150. Read More »

September 17, 2019 at 2:03 am


Syracuse looking to prevent Clemson from 'beating them twice' against Western Michigan

The hangover from the loss to the Tigers last year resulted in an overtime loss to Pittsburgh the following week. Read More »

September 16, 2019 at 3:54 pm


Graham: We knew Syracuse’s offensive line was unfinished, but it has to be better

The Orange have given up 14 sacks through three games, an unsustainable pace. Read More »

September 15, 2019 at 10:07 pm



Gallery: No. 1 Clemson hands Syracuse 2nd-straight loss, 41-6

The Orange have lost two straight, and will host Western Michigan next Saturday at 12 p.m. Read More »

September 15, 2019 at 2:24 am


Syracuse defense shows flashes despite 41-6 loss to No. 1 Clemson

Syracuse forced two turnovers against Trevor Lawrence and No. 1 Clemson on Saturday, but that wasn't enough. Read More »

September 15, 2019 at 1:49 am


3 takeaways from Syracuse’s 41-6 loss to No. 1 Clemson

Syracuse had several chances in the red-zone, but only scored six points against No. 1 Clemson. Read More »

September 14, 2019 at 11:24 pm


Syracuse leaves ‘a lot of meat on the bone’ in 41-6 loss to No. 1 Clemson

The Orange mustered just two field goals despite four red zone chances in a 41-6 loss to open Atlantic Coast Conference play. Read More »

September 14, 2019 at 11:20 pm


Syracuse looking to patch up run defense ahead of matchup with Clemson's Travis Etienne

Etienne ran for 203 yards and three touchdowns against the Orange last season. Read More »

September 12, 2019 at 2:10 am


Beat writers predict Syracuse to lose to No. 1 Clemson by at least 2 touchdowns

The Orange lost 27-23 at Death Valley in Clemson in 2018, the last time the two teams met. Read More »

September 12, 2019 at 1:29 am


How 300-pound linemen keep pace with Dino Babers’ up-tempo offense

Syracuse averaged 84.5 plays per game last season, the second most in the country while featuring an offensive line which averages 309.6 pounds. Read More »

September 12, 2019 at 1:18 am


Despite improvement, Syracuse’s passing game still a work in progress

The Orange nabbed three scores and 330 yards through the air against Maryland after failing to score in the opener. It’ll have to do even better to have a chance against Clemson. Read More »

September 11, 2019 at 10:30 pm


Syracuse football opponent preview: What to know about Clemson

The last time the Tigers came to Syracuse, the Orange pulled off the upset, 27-24. Read More »

September 11, 2019 at 10:23 pm


A look at the Carrier Dome’s new concessions locations

The Carrier Dome revamped their concessions in its first round of renovations. Read More »

September 11, 2019 at 10:18 pm


Various Syracuse organizations officially rename student section the 'Ozone'

The Carrier Dome's student section has a new name. Read More »

September 11, 2019 at 8:35 pm


D.O. Sportscast: Previewing Syracuse football before it plays No. 1 Clemson

Listen to our football beat writers talk about how Syracuse will bounce back following a drubbing at Maryland last weekend. Read More »

September 10, 2019 at 12:05 am


Running backs, defense down in this week’s stock watch

There were few positives to take away from Syracuse’s 63-20 loss to Maryland on Saturday. Read More »

September 9, 2019 at 11:09 pm


How Syracuse is regrouping to play ‘one of the best teams of an era’

The now unranked Orange take on No. 1 Clemson on Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. in the Carrier Dome. Read More »

September 9, 2019 at 1:59 pm


Graham: Syracuse reverted to old ways. How to stop it from happening again isn’t clear.

The Orange will have to untangle the mess on a national stage against No. 1 Clemson on Saturday night. Read More »

September 9, 2019 at 12:13 am