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Beat writers unanimously predict double digit Syracuse win over Northeastern

Four days after scoring 101 points on Boston College, our beat writers predict a commanding win against Northeastern. Read More »

December 15, 2020 at 1:42 pm


Beat writers predict Syracuse win over Boston College to open ACC play

The Eagles have struggled through five games, winning just one and losing its most recent contest in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge. Read More »

December 10, 2020 at 2:35 pm


Who’s in, who’s out? Tracking SU football's 2020 offseason

The NCAA decided that this fall would not count toward athletes' four years of eligibility. We're tracking what that means for Syracuse football. Read More »

December 8, 2020 at 12:56 pm


Beat writers split on Syracuse's 1st road game against No. 21 Rutgers

After two blowout victories, our beat writers expect a close win against No. 21 ranked Rutgers on Tuesday. Read More »

December 8, 2020 at 12:02 am


Beat writers predict SU victory over Rider for 3rd straight win

Our beat writers predict Syracuse men’s basketball to beat Rider and start the 2020 season with three straight wins. Read More »

December 4, 2020 at 7:11 pm


Beat writers unanimously predict blowout loss in SU football’s finale

Our beat writers unanimously pick Syracuse to lose by double digits in its season finale against Notre Dame. Read More »

December 4, 2020 at 7:05 pm


Beat writers unanimously predict Syracuse to win over Niagara

The Orange barely squeaked past Bryant in their first game, surviving when the Bulldogs missed two last-second shots that would’ve won the game. Read More »

December 2, 2020 at 4:24 pm


Beat writers expect dominating win in season-opener against Bryant

Our beat writers predict Syracuse's home-opener against Bryant on Friday. Read More »

November 25, 2020 at 11:52 pm


Beat writers unanimously predict Syracuse on the verge of 1-win season

Syracuse hasn't won a game since Sept. 26, and out beat writers predict a seventh straight loss to NC State this weekend. Read More »

November 25, 2020 at 7:00 pm


Beat writers predict Syracuse men's and women's basketball's 2020-21 seasons

Ahead of the 2020-21 season, we asked our men's and women's basketball beat writers to predict Syracuse's season record, MVP and X-factor. Read More »

November 25, 2020 at 2:58 pm


D.O. Sportscast: In-depth look at how SU won 2015 cross country NCAA title

In this two-part series of the D.O. Sportscast, we explore the stories behind the men's cross country team's 2015 national title win. Read More »

November 22, 2020 at 1:35 pm


FRAGILE FUTURE: Basketball Guide 2020

Syracuse men's and women's basketball teams are tasked with navigating through this unusual season. Welcome to Basketball Guide 2020. Read More »

November 19, 2020 at 12:37 am


Beat writers predict 6th straight Syracuse football loss

As the Orange gear up to face Louisville, The Daily Orange's football beat writers predict Syracuse's sixth straight loss. Read More »

November 18, 2020 at 7:12 pm


D.O. Sportscast: A comeback, a transfer and a preview of SU basketball

On this episode of the D.O. Sportscast, we preview the 2020-21 Syracuse basketball seasons and our annual Basketball Guide. Read More »

November 16, 2020 at 9:28 pm


The stats that defined each Syracuse fall sports team’s 2020 season

After an unprecedented fall season, we take a look at the most telling statistics from each team this season. Read More »

November 15, 2020 at 10:36 pm


Football report card: Special teams shines, defense declines

With Syracuse on a bye week, our beat writers graded each Syracuse football position. Read More »

November 11, 2020 at 9:39 pm


After BC’s stellar performance at Clemson, beat writers predict SU defeat

Syracuse's next opponent, Boston College, led the No. 1 team in the nation by three scores at the half. Read More »

November 4, 2020 at 9:07 pm


D.O. Sportscast: Where do CNY high school sports go from here?

On this episode of the D.O. Sportscast, we chronicle Section III high school sports and detail why central New York’s 7-on-7 was forced to cease play due to a rise in COVID-19 cases. Read More »

November 3, 2020 at 12:03 am


Beat writers predict narrow loss to Wake Forest following Clemson defeat

The Orange face Wake Forest after losing to Clemson by 26 points last Saturday, while the Demon Deacons are coming off an upset against Virginia Tech. Read More »

October 29, 2020 at 12:11 am


D.O. Sportscast: Everything you need to know about Rex Culpepper

On this episode of the D.O. Sportscast, we have everything you need to know about Syracuse’s new starting quarterback, Rex Culpepper. Read More »

October 26, 2020 at 9:06 pm


Beat writers unanimously predict Syracuse loss to No. 1 Clemson this Saturday

The Daily Orange's beat writers all think that Clemson will defeat the Orange for the third-straight season Saturday in the Carrier Dome. Read More »

October 21, 2020 at 10:23 pm


D.O. Sportscast: 45 Years of John Desko and his path to the Hall of Fame

John Desko has spent 45 years with Syracuse as a player and a coach. Now, he’s on his way to the Lacrosse Hall of Fame and on a quest for another national championship. Read More »

October 19, 2020 at 8:38 pm


Beat writers divided on Syracuse’s outcome against Liberty

The Flames travel to the Carrier Dome on Saturday with a 4-0 record, while Syracuse lost its last game against previously winless Duke. Read More »

October 14, 2020 at 10:14 pm


D.O. Sportscast: Equaling the playing field, LGBTQ athletes & NCAA

This episode fo the D.O. Sportscast explores the stories of LGBTQ athletes in the NCAA and the lack of inclusion guidelines on the playing field. Read More »

October 12, 2020 at 10:43 pm