Writer: Aiden Stepansky
RUN IT BACK: Syracuse built revamped roster around return of its 2 stars
While leading Syracuse in scoring last year, J.J. Starling and Donnie Freeman played just seven games together. They’re now at the forefront of Syracuse’s attempt to snap its four-year NCAA Tournament drought this season, Read More »
THE MAESTRO: Naithan George established himself as the ACC’s top passer. He’ll now conduct Syracuse’s symphony.
After leading the ACC with 6.5 assists per game, Naithan George is the conductor of the orchestra for Syracuse in head coach Adrian Autry’s make-or-break third year. Read More »
Fran Brown details Bill Belichick matchup, young core at weekly presser
Fran Brown discussed Friday night’s matchup against North Carolina and evaluated SU’s future in his weekly press conference Monday. Read More »
Orange grades: Pass rush reverts, Collins improves slightly in loss to GT
Syracuse’s pass rush regressed from last week's seven-sack performance, while Rickie Collins found a second-half groove too late. Our beat writer grades each position group's performance from SU’s loss to No. 7 Georgia Tech. Read More »
Syracuse tests young core in 25-point loss to No. 7 GT
Fran Brown built a time machine into the future, allowing seven true freshmen and 18 underclassmen to appear in the final boxscore in SU’s loss to No. 7 Georgia Tech. Read More »
Syracuse loses 4th straight with 41-16 defeat to No. 7 Georgia Tech
After falling to No. 7 Georgia Tech Saturday, Syracuse must win three of its final four games to clinch a fourth straight Bowl appearance. Read More »
Jack Stonehouse developed into top college punter through ‘fun-loving’ personality
Often sporting pajama pants around the practice facility, Jack Stonehouse could be a typical wacky specialist. Yet he’s far from it, establishing himself as a top NCAA punter. Read More »
What to know about No. 7 Georgia Tech ahead of Saturday’s matchup
After falling to Pitt 30-13 Saturday for its third straight loss, Syracuse travels to Atlanta to match up with No. 7 Georgia Tech. The Yellow Jackets rank first in the Atlantic Coast Conference and are undefeated in 2025. Read More »
Syracuse lands former Penn State commit Alexander Haskell for 2026 class
Syracuse landed former Penn State commit Alexander Haskell, he announced on social media Wednesday. Haskell is a three-star recruit from Saint Joseph’s Prep in Pennsylvania, the same school as Kyle McCord. Read More »
Kevin Jobity Jr. named ACC Defensive Lineman of the Week
Kevin Jobity Jr. earned ACC Defensive Lineman of the Week honors after recording a career-high three sacks and six tackles against Pitt. Read More »
Orange grades: Coaching mishaps, pass rush thrives in loss to Pitt
Syracuse's coaching staff made an unforgivable mistake in the second quarter while its pass rush had its best day of the season against Pitt. Read More »
Luke Carney’s brief stint fails to provide spark in Syracuse’s loss to Pitt
True freshman Luke Carney entered the game for 11 plays Saturday to provide a second-half spark. The quarterback change didn’t do much as the Orange fell to Pitt by 17. Read More »
Syracuse substitutes Rickie Collins in and out, falls to Pitt for 3rd straight loss
Syracuse quarterback Rickie Collins was benched for two drives in the third quarter before returning in the fourth. The shuffle under center didn’t do much as Syracuse fell to Pitt 30-13 for its third straight loss. Read More »
Adrian Autry talks reaching March Madness, offseason changes at SU Media Day
Syracuse head coach Adrian Autry discussed how he rebuilt his roster and his desire to reach March Madness at SU’s media day on Wednesday. Read More »
Has Fran Brown altered SU’s status in New Jersey? High school coaches weigh in.
New Jersey high school coaches give their takes on Fran Brown’s impact and Garden State ties 22 months into his Syracuse tenure. Read More »
Orange grades: D-line falters again, coaching outmatched
Syracuse’s defensive line again failed to record a sack while its coaching staff was outmatched for its second straight loss. Our beat writer grades each position group's performance from SU’s 31-18 defeat to SMU. Read More »
Fran Brown talks Collins’ debut, SMU at weekly press conference
Syracuse head coach Fran Brown discussed Rickie Collins' debut as a starter and the Orange's ensuing matchup with SMU at his weekly press conference Monday. Read More »
Orange grades: Collins, D-line falter in Syracuse’s loss to Duke
SU quarterback Rickie Collins struggled in his first college start while its defensive line couldn’t get home to Darian Mensah Saturday. Read More »
Rickie Collins developed in a QB factory at LSU. He’s finding his way at Syracuse.
Rickie Collins elected to stay home for college at LSU. After two years, he transferred to Syracuse, where he’s set to take over at QB. Read More »
Orange grades: Coaches ace, secondary stars in ACC opener win at Clemson
Fran Brown and his staff had their finest hour while Syracuse’s secondary locked all windows and doors in Death Valley. Read More »
Devin Grant returns from injury, leads Orange past Clemson with 10 tackles
Syracuse defensive back Devin Grant returned from injury with a team-high 10 tackles Saturday, helping SU to a pivotal win over Clemson. Read More »
Stepansky: SU's best road win under Fran Brown signals shift toward title contention
Our columnist writes that SU's win over Clemson was its best road win under Fran Brown, a sign of changing times for the program’s future. Read More »
Observations from Syracuse’s win at Clemson: Angeli hurt, defense prevails
SU starting quarterback Steve Angeli exited in the third quarter with an injury, thrusting Rickie Collins into action against Clemson. Read More »
Gary Bryant III’s tumultuous path drives underdog career
Syracuse linebacker Gary Bryant III grew up with his parents largely out of the picture. Now, he’s using football as an avenue to change his life. Read More »