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Writer: Phil D'Abbraccio

Last time they played: Syracuse upends No. 11 Louisville, starts 4-game winning streak to close out 2012 season

The last time Syracuse and Louisville squared off, the Orange rocked the No. 11 and previously unbeaten Cardinals, 45-26, in the Carrier Dome on Nov. 10, 2012. Read More »

October 3, 2014 at 12:23 am

Receiver Lewis brings versatility, reliability to Syracuse in absence of Broyld, Estime

Ben Lewis is not only one of Syracuse's most dependable wide receivers, but he contributes on special teams as well. Read More »

October 2, 2014 at 12:20 am

Shafer, Petrino talk Syracuse upset over Louisville in 2012

On Wednesday, Scott Shafer and Bobby Petrino discussed Syracuse's upset over Louisville in 2012 in the Carrier Dome. Read More »

October 1, 2014 at 1:17 pm

Petrino announces Bonnafon as Louisville's starting quarterback; Shafer discusses SU's preparation

Before Louisville's Bobby Petrino announced his starting quarterback, SU head coach Scott Shafer discussed the Orange's preparation for the Cardinals' offense. Read More »

October 1, 2014 at 12:43 pm

West proves reliable deep-ball threat for Syracuse passing game in loss to Notre Dame

Although Syracuse's offense was otherwise listless against Notre Dame on Saturday, senior Jarrod West and Terrel Hunt displayed their deep-ball rapport for the second week in a row. Read More »

September 30, 2014 at 12:15 am

Eskridge earns ACC co-defensive back of the week honors

Syracuse safety Durell Eskridge earned an Atlantic Coast Conference weekly honor Monday, being named co-defensive back of the week. He shares the recognition with Duke junior Jeremy Cash. Read More »

September 29, 2014 at 12:50 pm

Syracuse rushing attack struggles against highly ranked Notre Dame run defense

Punter Riley Dixon led Syracuse in rushing against Notre Dame on Saturday. Read More »

September 29, 2014 at 12:03 am

Tight end Moore leaves Notre Dame game with concussion, Foy sustains lower-body injury

Full injury update from Syracuse' 31-15 loss to Notre Dame at MetLife Stadium. Kendall Moore sustains a concussion and Ivan Foy leaves and doesn't return with a lower-body injury. Read More »

September 28, 2014 at 1:58 am

Syracuse falls to Notre Dame 31-15 despite forcing 5 turnovers

Syracuse falls to No. 8 Notre Dame 31-15 at MetLife Stadium on Saturday night. The Orange offense wasn't able to capitalize on the five turnovers forced by the SU defense. Read More »

September 28, 2014 at 12:03 am

New York College Classic at MetLife Stadium to provide intangible recruiting benefits

Scott Shafer didn't know how to quantify the recruiting benefits of playing at MetLife Stadium, but did acknowledge that they do exist. Read More »

September 27, 2014 at 3:19 pm

Syracuse football to meet up with Bromley, Nassib, others at MetLife Stadium this weekend

Syracuse will see a lot of familiar faces when it travels to face No. 8 Notre Dame at MetLife Stadium on Saturday. Read More »

September 26, 2014 at 12:22 pm

Shafer discusses freshman running back Philips' involvement on special teams, offense

Although Syracuse's offense only gave Ervin Philips the ball once against Maryland, it didn't mean he wasn't involved. Read More »

September 25, 2014 at 11:51 am

Shafer: Syracuse open to using running backs to fill Broyld's role

In Ashton Broyld's absence, Syracuse is open to using its running backs out wide, Scott Shafer said. Read More »

September 24, 2014 at 2:26 pm

Shafer scouts Notre Dame's highly efficient red-zone offense

Notre Dame's red-zone offense, which is 14-for-14 in scores, poses a severe challenge to Syracuse's defense. Read More »

September 24, 2014 at 2:06 pm

Shafer, Notre Dame head coach Kelly discuss dual-threat quarterbacks Hunt, Golson

Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly discussed Saturday's showdown between his team and Syracuse, a matchup that'll feature two dual-threat quarterbacks in Terrel Hunt and Everett Golson. Read More »

September 24, 2014 at 2:05 pm

The Blues Brothers: Former Syracuse teammates Nassib, Pugh bring friendship to New York Giants, live out NFL dream together

Orange in the Apple Series, Part 2: Former Syracuse teammates Ryan Nassib and Justin Pugh have brought their friendship to the New York Giants franchise in their second year in the NFL. Read More »

September 24, 2014 at 12:03 am

The Homecoming: Former Syracuse tackle Bromley relishes chance to play for hometown Giants, restore once-dominant defensive line

Orange in the Apple Series, Part 1 of 3: Former Syracuse defensive tackle Jay Bromley has returned home to New York City and has received a chance to be part of the Giants' long-term plan to restore their defensive line. Read More »

September 23, 2014 at 12:10 am

H-back Broyld to miss 'a couple weeks' with lower-body injury

Syracuse h-back Ashton Broyld will miss a couple weeks, Scott Shafer said in a Cuse.com interview on Monday. Read More »

September 22, 2014 at 3:24 pm

D'Abbraccio: Syracuse offensive miscues spoil red-zone efficiency against Maryland

Syracuse killed off its own best chances Saturday and its spoiling what could be a dangerous Orange attack. Read More »

September 22, 2014 at 12:17 am

Syracuse defense misses out on 3 interceptions, allows 2 big plays in loss to Maryland

The Syracuse secondary yielded two lengthy, game-changing plays — and couldn’t create any of its own. Read More »

September 22, 2014 at 12:10 am

Syracuse's special teams struggles deflate Orange in 34-20 loss to Maryland

As Syracuse's offense struggled, its special teams hardly helped. Read More »

September 20, 2014 at 6:59 pm

Fast reaction: 3 keys to Syracuse's 34-20 loss to Maryland

Three things that led to Syracuse' 34-20 defeat against Maryland. Read More »

September 20, 2014 at 5:37 pm

Syracuse offers students free admission to Maryland game at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday

Syracuse's matchup with Maryland in the Carrier Dome on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. will be free for SU students. Read More »

September 18, 2014 at 11:06 pm

Syracuse tight end Parris to return from knee injury this weekend, Shafer says

Tight end Josh Parris will return to the field from his knee injury on Saturday when Syracuse hosts Maryland, head coach Scott Shafer said. Read More »

September 18, 2014 at 11:02 am