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Syracuse's defense plays complete game in 27-24 win over Pittsburgh

From the D-line to the secondary, SU's defense made the plays necessary to beat the Panthers on Saturday. Read More »

October 7, 2017 at 7:12 pm


Syracuse escapes with a 27-24 win over Pittsburgh despite slow first half

After dropping back to back road games, Syracuse returned to the Carrier Dome and bounced back with a 27-24 win over Pittsburgh. Read More »

October 7, 2017 at 4:15 pm


Syracuse football releases injury report prior to Pittsburgh matchup

The Orange can expect one of its wide receivers back, but two key defensive linemen will likely be missing their second-straight game. Read More »

October 5, 2017 at 7:37 pm


Beat writer Q&A: Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette breaks down the Syracuse-Pittsburgh game

Batko predicts another back and forth game in the works, similar to last year, but the Orange taking the upper hand in the end. Read More »

October 5, 2017 at 7:32 pm


Before becoming the nation’s best receiving duo, Steve Ishmael and Ervin Philips became best friends

The Syracuse wide receivers have been roommates for three years and head coach Dino Babers described them as an “item” Read More »

October 5, 2017 at 7:20 pm


For Syracuse’s offense to keep going fast, it’ll need to slow down the North Carolina State pass rush

The Orange struggled with quarterback pressure in Week 2 against Middle Tennessee State and now face preseason All-ACC selection Bradley Chubb and a strong Wolfpack front seven. Read More »

September 26, 2017 at 11:08 pm


Dino Babers is still the one to turn Syracuse around, but it’ll take longer than he thought

The Orange had a chance to pick up a signature win last night against LSU but came up a few plays short. Read More »

September 25, 2017 at 12:47 am


Cornerback Devin M. Butler has thrived in his switch from the outside to the nickel

The graduate transfer played outside at Notre Dame, but SU coaches decided this offseason to have him make the change. Read More »

September 20, 2017 at 12:06 am


Ben Brickman went from serving in the Marines to walking-on at Syracuse

Brickman had two tours in Afghanistan. He came back and played football at Hudson Valley Community College before transferring to SU. Read More »

September 17, 2017 at 10:55 pm


Punt return was one of Syracuse’s biggest weapons last year, but it’s been a glaring weakness in 2017

Brisly Estime led the nation with a punt return average of 17.7 a year ago, but so far, the Orange has just seven yards on six returns through two games. Read More »

September 12, 2017 at 11:29 pm


Syracuse needs to get Ervin Philips the ball

Philips was making the plays. His number just wasn’t called enough. Read More »

September 11, 2017 at 10:02 pm


What we learned from Syracuse's 30-23 loss to Middle Tennessee State

Syracuse head coach Dino Babers blamed himself and the media for the affect on his team caused by former SU head coach Scott Shafer's return. Read More »

September 9, 2017 at 11:13 pm


Play stoppages disrupt Syracuse's offense in 30-23 loss to Middle Tennessee State

Senior wide receiver Ervin Philips summed up his thoughts on whether or not MTSU defenders faked injuries this way: "Oh yeah." Read More »

September 9, 2017 at 10:57 pm


Fast reaction: 3 quick takeaways from Syracuse's 30-23 loss to Middle Tennessee State

Scott Shafer's defense pressured Eric Dungey, Syracuse's run game struggled and the Orange defense slowed down late in the second half. Read More »

September 9, 2017 at 7:33 pm


Antwan Cordy reportedly has hairline fracture in leg, expects to miss 5 games

Cordy expects to return to the field Oct. 13 against Clemson after reportedly suffering a hairline fracture in his right leg Read More »

September 9, 2017 at 3:23 pm


Syracuse football opponent preview: What to know about Middle Tennessee State

The Orange has never matched up with Middle Tennessee before, marking the second straight new opponent to start this season. Read More »

September 7, 2017 at 11:32 pm


Q&A with MTSU beat writer Erik Bacharach of The Daily News Journal

Bacharach answers five questions about key matchups in Saturday’s game. Read More »

September 7, 2017 at 11:28 pm


3 takeaways from Syracuse's schedule release

Syracuse hosts on New Year's Eve, will travel to Florida three separate times and play North Carolina and Duke in back-to-back games. Read More »

September 7, 2017 at 4:47 pm


Dino Babers on Scott Shafer's return to the Carrier Dome

After a 50-7 season opening win, Dino Babers talked about the "chess match" that lies ahead in facing former Syracuse head coach Scott Shafer and Middle Tennessee State. Read More »

September 4, 2017 at 2:46 pm


What we learned from Syracuse's 50-7 season-opening win over Central Connecticut State

Whitner-Thomas battle at linebacker, Dungey runs, runs and runs, and the punt return position is up for grabs. Read More »

September 2, 2017 at 9:22 am


Steve Ishmael steps up as top receiver in Syracuse's blowout win against Central Connecitcut State

Steve Ishmael stepped up in the first game without Amba Etta-Tawo, dominating Central Connecticut State en route to a 50-7 victory Friday night. Read More »

September 2, 2017 at 12:48 am


Fast reaction: 3 quick takeaways from Syracuse's 50-7 blowout, season-opening win over Central Connecticut State

Eric Dungey ran, Antwan Cordy was on crutches and sophomore running back Moe Neal shined. Read More »

September 1, 2017 at 10:25 pm


Syracuse football opponent preview: What to know about Central Connecticut State

Syracuse is starting its season against an FCS opponent for the fourth straight season, but it has have never matched up with CCSU before. Read More »

August 30, 2017 at 9:46 pm


SLOT MACHINE: After being moved around early in his career, Ervin Philips finally has turned into a star as a slot receiver

Ervin Philips was brought in as a running back. He also returned punts and played as the "hybrid" in 2015. Now, he's found a home. Read More »

August 30, 2017 at 12:34 am