Tag: running back
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Syracuse’s Run Defense Unravels In Loss to Stanford
Syracuse suffered its first loss of the season on Friday, falling 26-24 to Stanford on a field goal as time expired. The offense struggled, as quarterback Kyle McCord threw two interceptions, and running back LeQuint Allen Jr. rushed for only 25 yards on 8 carries. The lone bright spot was wide receiver Trebor Pena, who…
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Syracuse Adds Running Back to Recruiting Class
During Syracuse‚Äôs spring game yesterday, SU picked up its second commit of the 2020 class. Running back Sean Tucker from Maryland chose the Orange over Wisconsin, Rutgers, Air Force, and Kent State. He‚Äôs a three-star RB according to ESPN, that joins a crowded backfield that includes Moe Neal, Jarveon Howard, and transfer Abdul Adams. But…
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Syracuse Offers Oregon 2021 Running Back Commit
Dino Babers has sneakily been a great recruiting poacher, while also fending off predators. The third year head coach stole quarterback Chance Amie away from Houston in the Cougars’ own backyard and fended off Power Five football juggernauts in their late pursuits of Tommy DeVito. Now, Babers is on the prowl, and this venture is…
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Why the running game is the most important part of SU football’s offense
For the past two seasons, we have been told and promised over and over again that SU football‚Äôs offense is going to move fast. We‚Äôve been told that it‚Äôs going to be one of the most productive and frenetically-paced offenses in the country. For the most part, that promise has come to fruition. Despite finishing…
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2018 RB Jarveon Howard commits to Syracuse
Syracuse football has been looking for a running back to add to its 2018 class recently, and now has a commitment from Mississippi Jarveon Howard. 🍊🔥CUSE BABY🔥🍊#CuseFamily pic.twitter.com/DpXPdsgXDv — Jarveon Howard (@jarveon_howard) January 29, 2018 Howard is the second running back to commit to the Orange in the 2018 class. SU offered him a scholarship…
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Three-Star Running Back Cooper Lutz Commits to Syracuse
Two days after four-star center Tyrone Sampson Jr. committed to Syracuse football while on a visit to Syracuse University, three-star running back Cooper Lutz did the same. The high school junior was on campus Thursday and verbally committed to the Orange. Lutz will join the Orange for the 2018 season after graduating from high school…
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ID’ing the Run Game: SU Football‚Äôs 2015 Class Is Developing a Theme Early On
Does the running game have any identity right now?
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Running On: Syracuse Lands Second 2015 Commit, Running Back Jordan Fredericks
Syracuse lands another in-state running back for 2015.
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Shock Waves: Vanderbilt Coaching Change Could Land Syracuse Mikale Wilbon
Running back recruit Mikale Wilbon’s de-commit from Vanderbilt could work in Syracuse’s favor.
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Rome-ing On Out: Syracuse RB Jerome Smith Declares for 2014 NFL Draft
Jerome Smith has declared for the 2014 NFL Draft. What does that mean for the Orange?
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Ground Gainer: Syracuse, Washington State Battle for 2014 RB Josh Boyd
Georgia running back Josh Boyd’s impressive stats would be a great fit in the SU offense.
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FizzCast Spotlight: SU’s Running Backs Coach DeAndre Smith on Ground Game
The Fizz talks the ground game and the matchup against GA Tech and just how important it is for Terrel Hunt.
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Syracuse RB George Morris is Looking to Make a Name for Himself – Literally
The redshirt freshman comes into his first year of playing time with high expectations.
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Talkin’ That Ish: 3-Star Tampa RB Ish Witter Places Syracuse in Top 5
The Orange is continually looking to stock its already deep backfield.
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Syracuse RB Commit Naes Howard Eyes Historic Season at West Genny
He’s working all summer on agility and footwork, and eyes a 2,000 yard season.
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Syracuse Beats Everyone to Connecticut RB Ervin Philips, Offers First
George McDonald likes the versatility the dual-threat back can bring to the table.
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Locking it Up? Syracuse Battles Charlie Weis, Offers Long Island RB Travis Lock
Can the Orange fend off the Jayhawks to keep one of the best backs in-state?
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Hey Nas: Syracuse Picks Up Commitment From Camillus RB/DB Nas Howard
SU adds its first verbal to the Class of ’14 with a local product.
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FizzCast Spotlight: Prince-Tyson Gulley Talks Bowling, SEC & RB’s Fraternity
The Syracuse running back is coming off a huge game against Louisville.
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Syracuse “Romeing” Tampa: Why Jerome Smith Should Punish USF Tonight
The key to an Orange victory against the Bulls lies with their powerful back.
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Down But Not Out: SU Commit Devan Carter Stays Upbeat After Broken Leg
The Rochester star speaks to The Fizz after his season ended two weeks ago.
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Secret Weapon? Marrone High On DeVante, Wishes He Moved Him Back Earlier
The freshman from LI has made waves at camp, and Marrone is speaking high of him at RB.
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Going for Gold: Could Brooklyn RB Laray Smith Bring His Track Speed to SU?
Smith says Syracuse hold the edge right now, but an offer from Oregon could be on the way.
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Penn State RB Curtis Dukes Tells Fizz He’s Staying, Will Not Transfer to SU
The Watertown product was hoping to join the Orange but never felt mutual interest.
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Syracuse’s Blockbuster Summer: RB Augustus Edwards Chooses Orange
The Staten Island running back dons Orange and might be Part 1 of the package deal.
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Milford Coach Tells Fizz Big Year by Charles Davis Means “He’ll Be an Orange”
Bill Chaplick says Charles Davis’ ghost verbal was a case of social media getting lost in translation.
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Pulling a Fast One: The Mystery of Supposed Syracuse Commit Charles Davis
Charles “Fast” Davis reportedly committed to Syracuse. But was there ever an offer?
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Another Mungro? Speedy, Diminutive RB Charles Davis Commits to Syracuse
Davis wants to follow a previously dynamic yet undersized back who tore up defenses.
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One Man Band: Spring Game Displays “The Syracuse Slash” Ashton Broyld
Slash 2.0 caught passes, played running back and will provide a spark to the offense.
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Saga of Boom Perkins Finally Ends, Onetime SU Recruit Chooses Ohio State
The dance with Perkins has left SU fans in an emotional tug o’ war since the summer.
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Morris Tells Fizz He’s a Homerun Threat, Wants to Be Next Great SU Back
Commit George Morris: “I expect myself to be one of the best tailbacks to come out of Syracuse.”
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Syracuse Coaches Badly Misused Antwon Bailey Despite All-Big East Honors
The way Hackett utilized A-Train leaves The Fizz scratching its head.
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RB Ken Goins Admits SU Never Excited Him, Chooses Nearby Edsall Instead
Tough to see Randy win another battle, and Goins’ heart never really being with SU.
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Explosive RB George Morris Still Has Syracuse Offer, Will Visit in December
As SU turns others away, Morris appears to be in line to land one of the final few scholarships.
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Boom Perkins De-commits from ND & Calls Syracuse Coaches Immediately
The Orange was the front-runner until the Irish swooped in. Now?
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