Writer: Anish Vasudevan
Film Review: Despite loss to FSU, Garrett Shrader passes 1st ACC test
Garrett Shrader made his first away game start for Syracuse at Florida State on Saturday. Here are four plays that led to his success against the Seminoles. Read More »
After moving around his entire career, Mikel Jones has settled at SU
Dino Babers called Mikel Jones "the guy". Before Jones led SU in tackles, he was playing youth football with kids two years older than him. Read More »
Despite Shrader’s performance, Syracuse has ‘bitter feeling’ after loss to FSU
Early against Florida State, Syracuse’s 3-3-5 defense was stagnant as the Seminoles kept targeting quick routes to the outside. Read More »
From ‘Smooth’ to ‘I Feel Good,’ music influences SU football’s daily routines
Practices start with “Smooth” or occasionally other songs like “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z and end with “I Got You (I Feel Good)” by James Brown. Read More »
‘The Melodic Blue’ signifies the beginning of greatness for Baby Keem
The 20-year-old's new album holds its own against other late-summer albums 'Donda' and 'Certified Lover Boy.' Read More »
Film review: How Syracuse’s defense stopped Heisman candidate Malik Willis
Malik Willis entered Friday's game as a Heisman Trophy sleeper candidate. But Syracuse's defense thrived in their 24-21 win, stopping the quarterback. Read More »
Syracuse's defense shuts down QB Malik Willis in revenge win over Liberty
The Orange’s (3-1) defense held the Flames (3-1), who had average 38 points in every game so far this year, to only three scores. Read More »
3 takeaways from Syracuse's 24-21 win over Liberty
After Liberty’s antics following its win over Syracuse last season, Syracuse came into this matchup with a “personal” vendetta against the Flames. Read More »
Film Review: Behind Sean Tucker’s historic 5-touchdown performance
Tucker’s performance was one touchdown shy of tying Jim Brown’s program record, set in 1956, for the most scores by a non-quarterback. Read More »
Andre Szmyt breaks Syracuse’s all-time field goal record in win against UAlbany
He tied the record a week earlier with two field goals in the Orange’s 29-9 win over Ohio, his longest make from 29 yards. Read More »
Sean Tucker lifts Syracuse to crushing 62-24 win over UAlbany
After a loss to Rutgers last weekend, when Tucker had 54 yards, the Orange dominated against UAlbany, keeping their perfect record against FCS teams. Read More »
Film Review: Breaking down Syracuse’s defensive performance against Rutgers
While other units struggled, Syracuse's defense held Rutgers to 17 points, after the Scarlet Knights scored 61 in their season-opener. Read More »
Vasudevan: Babers’ coaching mistakes in Rutgers game set SU up for disaster
Syracuse lost its first game of the season against Rutgers, 17-7, after several questionable decisions by head coach Dino Babers. Read More »
DeVito, Shrader fail to spark offense in Syracuse's 17-7 loss to Rutgers
In a renewal of the Big East rivalry between Syracuse and Rutgers, the New Jersey team won 17-7. Read More »
The wait is over. Chris Bleich fulfills a new role in SU's offensive line.
“I felt like I didn't have a home.” It took Chris Bleich until this year to find a place to contribute at the college level. Read More »
Film Review: Breaking down 4 key plays from Syracuse’s win over Ohio
Babers’ brought his offense back to Athens, Ohio, and the Orange scored a touchdown within six plays of their opening drive. Read More »
Former Syracuse head coach Quentin Hillsman no longer to coach Spanish professional team
Hillsman was announced as the team's head coach last Wednesday, but the team opted to move in a different direction. Read More »
Duce Chestnut leads Syracuse with 8 tackles in 1st career game
In his Syracuse debut, freshman Duce Chestnut finished with one interception and one pass breakup to help the Orange pick up a 29-9 win. Read More »
3 takeaways from Syracuse’s 20-point win over Ohio
Syracuse's defense held Ohio's rushing attack to just 134 yards while running for 280 yards of its own. Read More »
HIS 'EVERYTHING': Taj Harris mirrored his mother's work ethic in his ascent to Syracuse
"The road isn't always smooth." Taj Harris’ mother moved her job schedule around so she could take him to youth football practice. After a dismal last season, Harris returned so that one day he can provide for his “everything”. Read More »
Rob Hanna solidifies ‘big role’ at safety for 2nd straight season
How safety Rob Hanna earned the starting position for the 2021 season. Read More »
How Boeheim’s Army’s offseason changes led to the million-dollar win
With four roster additions and a head coaching change, Boeheim’s Army was able to win the TBT for the first time in team history. Read More »
ACC teams with insufficient number of players due to COVID-19 must forfeit
ACC teams with vaccination rates below 85% will have to test their players three times per week according to new conference guidelines. Read More »
Syracuse football training camp blog 2021: How Syracuse improved 3-3-5 defense
Because of its 2020 season struggles, SU’s first practice for the 2021 season set a heavy focus on the setup to ensure that it’s ready for week one. Read More »