Tag: football
No. 18 Syracuse defeats No. 15 NC State despite 42 minutes without a touchdown
The Orange are 6-0 for the first time since 1987 and are now bowl eligible for the first time since 2018. Read More »
Observations from SU’s win over No. 15 NC State: Oronde overhaul, banged-up Wolfpack
Oronde Gadsden II recorded a career-high 141 receiving yards and two touchdowns in the Orange’s win over the Wolfpack. Read More »
A kicking camp, Bob Ligashesky helped Andre Szmyt return to 'old Andre'
Andre Szmyt's production fell off over the last few years. But so far this season, he's missed just one field goal. Read More »
Thayer Thomas uses multi-sport background to lead the Wolfpack receiving core
A multi-sport athlete with more Division I baseball offers than football, Thayer Thomas is in his final year of college eligibility with the Wolfpack. Read More »
Opponent Preview: What to know about No. 15 NC State
The Orange welcome the Wolfpack, their first ranked opponent of the season, to the JMA Wireless Dome on Saturday. Read More »
'Athletic' center Carlos Vettorello worked as a versatile lineman in high school
Oscar Olejniczak made sure Carlos Vettorello knew how to play every lineman position in high school. Now in his fourth year at Syracuse, he's cemented himself as the starting center. Read More »
'A full circle moment': Caleb Okechukwu's past struggles have paid off
Caleb Okuchukwu transferred to St. John's high school to honor his late mother, where he led the nationally-ranked Cadets in sacks during his senior year. Read More »
Beat writers split on if Syracuse can beat No. 14 NC State at home
The first top-25 matchup in Syracuse for the first time since 2001, our beat writers stand divided on the outcome between Syracuse and NC State. Read More »
Dino Babers discusses bye week, Devin Leary injury ahead of No. 15 NC State
Babers said that the late timing of Leary's injury set the Orange's coaching staff back in their research, but they're preparing for both quarterbacks. Read More »
Syracuse moves up 4 spots to No. 18 in AP Poll
After losses from six different top-25 teams, Syracuse moved up in the rankings despite having a bye week. Read More »
Oronde Gadsden II’s 2nd breakout season keyed by patience, adjustments
“The cat’s out of the bag now. People are going to be looking for No. 19.” Oronde Gadsden’s emergence as Syracuse’s top receiver has followed years of waiting his turn in high school and college Read More »
Jordan Rae looks to lead CBA to 2nd consecutive Class A state championship
Jordan Rae and CBA are looking to take the 2022 campaign “one game at a time” in hopes of winning their second consecutive Class A state championship. Read More »
Film Review: How No. 22 Syracuse got its rushing attack going against Wagner
Back into the AP top-25 poll for the first time since 2019, Syracuse dominated the running game en route to its 59-point shutout win on Saturday. Read More »
Data Dive: The numbers defining No. 22 Syracuse’s undefeated start
The Orange have converted on 23 of their 24 redzone opportunities this season, including 15 touchdowns from inside the 20. Read More »
Max Von Marburg brings Australian boot to Syracuse
Max Von Marburg has developed into Syracuse's best punter at 42.5 yards per punt. Read More »
For football fans who bleed orange, tailgates are the soul of game day
Syracuse tailgating has been bringing people together for years and that tradition continues, as tailgaters reminisce about their love and experiences with Orange football. Read More »
The next day: LeQuint Allen shows what Syracuse’s backfield has in store for the future
Lequint Allen finished with four carries, 112 yards and a touchdown against Wagner. Read More »
No. 22 Syracuse cracks AP top-25 rankings for 1st time since 2019
After a 59-0 win over Wagner, the Orange improved to 5-0 for the first time since 1987 and climbed into the AP top 25. Read More »
All-around blocking catalyzes Syracuse offense in 59-0 win over Wagner
The Orange's offensive line created gaps for Sean Tucker, who finished with 232 rushing yards and three touchdowns in the first half alone. Read More »
Observations from SU’s blowout win over Wagner: Shrader’s efficiency, nonexistent Seahawk offense
Shrader was a perfect 17-for-17, while opposing quarterback Ryan Kraft struggled to get the Seahawks across midfield. Read More »
Syracuse starts 5-0 for 1st time since 1987 after 59-0 win over Wagner
Syracuse defeats Wagner in its largest margin of victory since beating Johns Hopkins 85-6 in 1929. Read More »
Opponent preview: Everything to know about Wagner
The last time Syracuse played Wagner, Dino Babers called it "the most complete game" since he arrived as head coach. This Saturday, the Orange hope to improve to 5-0 Read More »
Beat writers predict blowout win over Wagner
Our beat writers unanimously agree that the Orange will pick up their first 5-0 start since 1987 going into their bye week. Read More »
The top 5 most unforgettable moments Syracuse’s class of 2023 has experienced
From watching Pete Davidson get boo-ed at the Carrier Dome to the closing of Acropolis, the class of 2023 has certainly seen it all. Read More »