Writer archives: Aiden Stepansky
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Pass-catching trio propels Syracuse’s win over NC State
In SU's win over NC State, the trio of Oronde Gadsden II, Jackson Meeks and Trebor Peña combined for 25 receptions and 265 receiving yards Read More »
Observations from SU’s win over NC State: McCord dazzles, D-line adjusts
Led by Kyle McCord continuing his torrid campaign, completing 74% of his passes for 346 yards and two touchdowns, SU defeated NC State 24-17. Read More »
Fran Brown announces Dion Wilson Jr., Kevin Jobity Jr. likely out for season
Syracuse defensive linemen Dion Wilson Jr. and Kevin Jobity Jr. will likely miss the rest of the 2024 season due to injury, SU head coach Fran Brown said on TK 99’s Gomez and Company Friday morning. Read More »
SU running back Will Nixon ruled out for season
Syracuse running back Will Nixon will miss the rest of the 2024 season, SU head coach Fran Brown announced on his Thursday night radio show. Nixon suffered the injury in the Orange’s win over Holy Cross. Read More »
With increased opportunity, Jackson Meeks is thriving at SU
Jackson Meeks primarily played special teams at Georgia. Now, he has become a top receiving threat at SU. Read More »
Fadil Diggs named National Defensive Player of the Week
Fadil Diggs has earned the Bronco Nagurski Award for the National Defensive Player of the Week. He had two sacks against UNLV last week. Read More »
Fran Brown discusses OT win, NC State ahead of 1st ACC road bout
At his weekly press conference, head coach Fran Brown broke down SU’s win over UNLV and its upcoming road battle. Read More »
LeQuint Allen Jr., Fadil Diggs earn ACC Player of the Week honors
Syracuse running back LeQuint Allen Jr. and defensive lineman Fadil Diggs have been named ACC Players of the Week, the conference announced Monday. The honors come after SU’s upset win over then-No. 25 UNLV Friday Read More »
Jackson Meeks named ACC Receiver of the Week
Syracuse wide receiver Jackson Meeks was named the ACC Receiver of the Week following a career-high 10-catch, 161-yard game against Holy Cross. Meeks is SU's fourth player to earn a conference award this season. Read More »
Jackson Meeks’ career-best day ignites SU over Holy Cross
Wide receiver Jackson Meeks produced a career-best 10 receptions for 161 yards to bolster Syracuse’s offense against Holy Cross. Read More »
Observations from SU's win over Holy Cross: Rush defense excels, Meeks shines
Syracuse held Holy Cross to -26 rushing yards in the second half, and nine overall. Additionally, quarterback Kyle McCord set a new career-high in passing attempts and yards. Read More »
After living out dreams at LSU, Duce Chestnut's back in Syracuse
Duce Chestnut lived out a childhood dream of playing for LSU. Though, his season in Baton Rouge didn’t go as planned, prompting his return to Syracuse. Read More »
Fran Brown talks Stanford miscues, Holy Cross before Week 5 matchup
At his weekly press conference, Fran Brown discussed Syracuse's mistakes versus Stanford and its upcoming matchup with Holy Cross. Read More »
‘OFFENSIVE SCIENTIST’: Jeff Nixon is using 14 years of NFL experience to transform SU’s offense
During his career, Jeff Nixon has coached stars like Christian McCaffery and Saquon Barkley. Now, he’s running SU’s offense. Read More »
Former assistant coach Abigail Rehfuss no longer with SU
Syracuse women’s lacrosse assistant coach Abigail Rehfuss is no longer with the program, SU Athletics told Syracuse.com Thursday. Read More »
5-star 2026 recruit Hansen Peck commits to Syracuse
Hansen Peck, a five-star, left-handed attack from Schuylerville, New York, has committed to Syracuse men’s lacrosse. It’s SU’s first five-star recruit in the 2026 class. Read More »
Improved wide receiver room bolstering Syracuse's potent air attack
Syracuse wide receivers coach Ross Douglas has shaped SU’s receiving corps into a formidable group in 2024. Read More »
Syracuse's adjustments pay off in Marlowe Wax's 1st missed game
With the absence of star linebacker Marlowe Wax, Syracuse adjusted its defense by changing Fadil Diggs’ role. Read More »
Kyle McCord, Da’Metrius Weatherspoon named ACC Players of the Week
Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord and left tackle Da’Metrius Weatherspoon have been named ACC Players of the Week, the conference announced Monday. Read More »
SU adds Ellie Kaplan, Casey Cummings to 2026 class
Syracuse women’s lacrosse added five-star Ellie Kaplan and four-star Casey Cummings to its 2026 recruiting class, bringing its total to five players. Read More »
SU rushing defense improves from Week 1, limits No. 23 GT’s ground game
After allowing 255 rushing yards to Ohio, Syracuse held No. 23 Georgia Tech to its worst ground performance of the season. Read More »
Syracuse retires Dwight Freeney's No. 54 jersey at halftime of SU's win over GT
At halftime of Syracuse’s game against No. 23 Georgia Tech Saturday, the Orange honored Hall of Fame defensive lineman Dwight Freeney by retiring his No. 54 jersey. Read More »
Observations from SU’s win over No. 23 GT: McCord shines again, filling Wax's void
Kyle McCord connected with eight different receivers, throwing for 381 yards and tallying his second straight game with four passing touchdowns. More observations on Syracuse's 31-28 win over No. 23 Georgia Tech. Read More »
No. 1 2026 goalie recruit Reagan O’Donovan commits to SU
Reagan O’Donovan, the No. 1 goalie and No. 5 overall recruit in the class of 2026, has committed to Syracuse women’s lacrosse, she announced on social media Monday night. Read More »