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Writer: Henry O'Brien

Observations from Syracuse’s blowout loss against UNC: Bacot dominates, Williams' bad outing

The defeat served as yet another reminder that the Orange cannot compete with the big boys of the Atlantic Coast Conference. They are now 0-4 against ranked opponents, losing by a combined score of 338-246. Read More »

January 13, 2024 at 2:30 pm

Syracuse survives Boston College comeback in 69-59 win

“I thought we had probably one of our better defensive games that we had in conference play this year." Behind a strong defensive effort inside, Syracuse defeated BC to earn its second ACC win this season. Read More »

January 10, 2024 at 11:31 pm

Opponent Preview: What to know ahead of Boston College

Boston College is averaging 14 more points per game than it did last season and is 48th in the nation in 3-point percentage. More on Syracuse's next opponent. Read More »

January 9, 2024 at 11:29 pm

Former Howard offensive lineman Da'Metrius Weatherspoon commits to Syracuse

Former Howard offensive lineman Da'Metrius Weatherspoon has committed to Syracuse after announcing the decision on X. Read More »

January 3, 2024 at 2:44 pm

Duce Chestnut announces transfer back to Syracuse

After entering the transfer portal for the second consecutive season, Duce Chestnut announced his return to Syracuse on X. Chestnut was a two-year starter for SU before transferring to LSU in 2023. Read More »

January 1, 2024 at 1:46 pm

2nd-half run lifts Syracuse to 81-73 comeback win over Pitt

The Orange outscored Pitt 51-35 in the second half en route to their first conference win of the season. Read More »

December 30, 2023 at 2:40 pm

Opponent preview: What to know about 9-3 Pittsburgh

The Orange’s first conference game of the year was an 84-62 blowout defeat on the road against Virginia. But they look to get their first ACC win against old rival Pittsburgh at the JMA Wireless Dome tomorrow. Read More »

December 29, 2023 at 3:48 pm

Backup quarterback Luke MacPhail enters transfer portal

Syracuse backup quarterback Luke MacPhail announced on X, formerly known as Twitter, that he has entered the transfer portal. Read More »

December 28, 2023 at 5:30 pm

SU linebacker Stefon Thompson enters transfer portal

Syracuse linebacker Stefon Thompson announced on X that he will enter the transfer portal. Thompson finished his SU career with 165 tackles and 10.5 sacks. Read More »

December 27, 2023 at 5:20 pm

Syracuse defensive end Caleb Okechukwu declares for 2024 NFL draft

Syracuse defensive end Caleb Okechukwu has declared for the 2024 NFL draft. He announced his decision on a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. Read More »

December 23, 2023 at 6:14 pm

Costly turnovers define Syracuse’s blowout loss to USF in Boca Raton Bowl

USF capitalized on two Dan Villari interceptions and two scoop-and-score touchdowns to defeat the Orange 45-0 in the Boca Raton Bowl Read More »

December 22, 2023 at 1:36 am

Observations from SU’s Boca Raton Bowl loss: Critical errors, USF’s passing attack

South Florida’s fast, no-huddle offensive attack led to 246 passing yards en route to a 45-0 win over Syracuse. Read More »

December 22, 2023 at 12:15 am

Opponent preview: What to know about South Florida ahead of Boca Raton Bowl

After clinching a bowl game for the second consecutive season, Syracuse faces South Florida in the Boca Raton Bowl. Read More »

December 20, 2023 at 11:36 pm

Garrett Shrader ruled out for Boca Raton Bowl

Garrett Shrader will not play another down for Syracuse. The quarterback was ruled out for Thursday’s Boca Raton Bowl against South Florida. Read More »

December 18, 2023 at 12:44 pm

Syracuse’s bench sparks a blowout 83-63 win over Oregon

Syracuse's bench, led by Quadir Copeland, Kyle Cuffe Jr. and Maliq Brown, scored 44 of Syracuse's points in its 83-63 victory over Oregon. Read More »

December 17, 2023 at 3:31 pm

Former Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord transfers to Syracuse

Former Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord has transferred to Syracuse, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel. McCord threw for 3,170 yards and 24 touchdowns this past season with the Buckeyes, and has one year of eligibility remaining. Read More »

December 17, 2023 at 12:26 pm

Opponent preview: What to know about Oregon

In 2018, Syracuse and Oregon played at Madison Square Garden in the 2K Empire Classic in its only matchup against each other. On Sunday, they face for the second time. Read More »

December 13, 2023 at 9:12 pm

2023-24 Recruiting Tracker: 4-star cornerback Marcellus Barnes Jr. commits to Syracuse

Four-star cornerback Marcellus Barnes Jr. has committed to Syracuse, announcing his decision during the first quarter of the All-American Bowl. Barnes chose the Orange over Georgia and Ole Miss. Read More »

December 10, 2023 at 6:24 pm

Syracuse defensive back Malcolm Folk transfers to Kent State

Syracuse defensive back Malcolm Folk announced on X, formerly known as Twitter, that he will transfer to Kent State. Folk is the second SU player to enter the portal and find a new school with the first being linebacker Leon Lowery, who transferred to Wisconsin last week. Read More »

December 10, 2023 at 1:13 pm

STILL GROWING: Naheem McLeod, SU's tallest player ever, is stretching into his new role

Naheem McLeod is the tallest player in Syracuse basketball history. He's trying to be more than just an inside presence for this year's team. Read More »

December 6, 2023 at 10:35 pm

'VICTORY LAP': Syracuse, Georgetown’s last Big East Tournament matchup was a classic final chapter

In the final matchup as conference foes, Syracuse defeated Georgetown 58-55 in overtime of the 2013 Big East Tournament semifinals. The overtime classic was a culmination of a historic 30-year rivalry. Read More »

December 6, 2023 at 10:35 pm

Former Colorado DE's coach Nick Williams announces he's joining SU's coaching staff

Former Colorado defensive ends coach Nick Williams announced on X that he will join Syracuse’s coaching staff. Williams will assume the same position with the Orange. Read More »

December 4, 2023 at 3:08 pm

Syracuse lacks depth scoring in 22-point defeat to Virginia

SU rotated in nine players against Virginia, though its bench depth failed to make up for poor shooting from the starters in 84-62 defeat. Read More »

December 2, 2023 at 4:12 pm

Observations from SU's 84-62 loss to UVA: Mintz gets contained, mistakes compound

J.J. Starling led Syracuse with 16 points, but Judah Mintz was held to five by Virginia in an 84-62 loss. Read More »

December 2, 2023 at 2:29 pm