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Opponent Preview: Everything to know about unranked Clemson

Clemson comes into its game against Syracuse unranked. Here’s everything to know about the Tigers ahead of its visit to the Dome on Friday night. Read More »

October 13, 2021 at 9:59 pm

Syracuse linebacker core uses ‘mob mentality’ to revamp defense

The Syracuse linebackers created a “mob mentality.” They’ve become one of the best units for the Orange. Read More »

October 13, 2021 at 9:37 pm

Beat writers split on outcome of Syracuse’s game against Clemson

The Orange play a Clemson team that’s coming off its bye-week, and the Friday contest means Clemson had one less day of rest than usual. Read More »

October 13, 2021 at 9:36 pm

A look back at Sean Tucker’s meeting with former No. 44 Floyd Little

Sean Tucker and Floyd Little met before the current SU running back had committed to Syracuse. Read More »

October 13, 2021 at 9:28 pm

Film Review: In overtime loss, SU utilizes QB's abilities with read-options

By utilizing Garrett Shrader and Sean Tucker in the read-option, Syracuse kept Wake Forest on its toes, totaling 514 yards on offense. Read More »

October 11, 2021 at 8:47 pm

Dino Babers talks Wake Forest decisions, offensive balance ahead of Clemson game

Dino Babers defended his decision making in Syracuse’s 40-37 overtime loss to No. 19 Wake Forest. Read More »

October 11, 2021 at 5:28 pm

Sean Tucker wins ACC Running Back of the Week, leads nation in all-purpose yards

Sean Tucker leads the nation in all-purpose yards and all purpose yards per game. Now, he’s the ACC’s running back of the week. Read More »

October 11, 2021 at 3:04 pm

Duce Chestnut’s rise to prominence at SU has been years in the making

Playing 7-on-7s at Next Level Greats during the offseasons got Duce Chestnut the necessary reps — and confidence — that he needed to be a true freshman starter at Syracuse Read More »

October 10, 2021 at 10:47 pm

The next day: SU finally found a balanced run- and pass-offense. It’s just not 50/50.

Syracuse fell to No. 19 Wake Forest 40-37 in overtime despite a strong rushing attack featuring Garrett Shrader and Sean Tucker. Read More »

October 10, 2021 at 8:25 pm

Despite injuries, SU offensive line keeps it close against Wake Forest

Syracuse was still able to score 37 points and force overtime against Wake Forest despite missing several key offensive lineman. Read More »

October 9, 2021 at 11:04 pm

3 takeaways from Syracuse's overtime loss to Wake Forest

Here are three takeaways from Syracuse's first ACC home game, an overtime loss to No. 19 Wake Forest. Read More »

October 9, 2021 at 7:41 pm

Overtime touchdown sinks SU’s upset bid in 40-37 loss to Wake Forest

In overtime, Wake Forest extinguished Syracuse’s chances of its first ranked win since the 2018 Camping World Bowl in a 40-37 loss. Read More »

October 9, 2021 at 7:33 pm

Everything to know about 2021 Family Weekend guidelines, activities

SU is currently at COVID-19 alert level of “RED” for mask-wearing, meaning that students and guests are required to wear masks at all times indoors and outdoors in the presence of others. Read More »

October 7, 2021 at 12:08 am

2 of 3 beat writers predict SU loss against Wake Forest

Wake Forest quarterback Sam Hartman has 13 touchdowns this year. Here’s what our beat writers expect from Syracuse’s second ACC test of the season. Read More »

October 6, 2021 at 10:42 pm

'Heartbeat' of team Chris Elmore returns to enhance potent rushing game

Dino Babers called Chris Elmore the “heartbeat” of SU’s team. With his return, the Orange have new opportunities in the run game. Read More »

October 6, 2021 at 10:37 pm

Ahmad Masood charts course for South Asian players

Masood didn’t see players that looked like him on his predominantly-white high school’s field or many on his opponents’ teams. Read More »

October 6, 2021 at 9:52 pm

Opponent Preview: Everything to know about No. 19 Wake Forest

Syracuse hosts an ACC opponent for the first time this season against Wake Forest on Saturday afternoon. Read More »

October 6, 2021 at 8:54 pm

Sean Tucker named to Maxwell Award Watch List

Tucker is the first player on the watch list for the award since Eric Dungey in 2018. Read More »

October 6, 2021 at 2:48 pm

Days after entering transfer portal, Taj Harris has offers from SEC schools, others

On Thursday before Harris sat out from SU’s matchup with Florida State, he tweeted “I know my worth.” Read More »

October 6, 2021 at 2:23 pm

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 »

October 4, 2021 at 9:26 pm

Dino Babers talks Taj Harris departure, missed call ahead of Wake Forest

Syracuse head coach Dino Babers commented on Taj Harris’ departure from the team and a missed call from the referees after the Orange’s 33-30 loss to FSU. Read More »

October 4, 2021 at 4:54 pm

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 »

October 3, 2021 at 9:54 pm

The next day: SU contained dual-threat Malik Willis. Why was Jordan Travis different?

Willis averaged under three yards per carry, but Travis averaged 5.9 and engineered the game-winning drive. Read More »

October 3, 2021 at 5:26 pm

Syracuse’s No. 1 receiver Taj Harris enters transfer portal

Harris announced via Twitter that he was entering the transfer portal on Sunday afternoon. Read More »

October 3, 2021 at 4:19 pm