Tag: Syracuse football
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Syracuse Finishes At No. 20 in Final AP Poll
The Orange finished at No. 20 in the final AP poll, earning its first 10-win season since 2018.
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Fran Brown Takes Home Two First Year Coach Awards
It’s no secret that Fran Brown did wonders for Syracuse football in his first season at the helm. Ten wins, a destination for quarterback transfers, an elite recruiter, what can’t the man do? Despite finishing fourth in the ACC Coach Of The Year voting, you just knew there was going to be some hardware coming…
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Kyle McCord’s Former Team Made It
Luck of the draw. Former Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord, who transferred to Syracuse ahead of this past season, has witnessed his original squad make it all the way through the College Football Playoff bracket and into the National Championship for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day matchup with Notre Dame in Atlanta. Now, if…
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Marlowe Wax Kicks Off Syracuse Football All-Star Participation
Marlowe Wax gave Syracuse football a great start to the program’s participation in college football all-star games this offseason. On Saturday, the Hula Bowl, the first all-star game for college football players, was held down in Orlando, Florida. The Orange linebacker was a late invite to the bowl, but when he got there, he took…
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Syracuse alums across the NFL playoffs
Syracuse football may be over for the time being. But if you still want your SU fix, just switch on your television set this weekend. Here’s a look at where the Orange are represented in the NFL playoffs. Broncos One of the Cinderella stories of the 2024 season, the Broncos charge on tomorrow against the…
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Defense: The Looming Concern for Syracuse Football
The hype and confidence around Syracuse football are higher than they’ve been in decades. The Orange just won 10 games this year, have a bona fide star of a head coach in Fran Brown, and there’s even hope that Kyle McCord could return at quarterback next year. Most fans are balancing the hope they have…
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What A 10-Win Season Means For Syracuse?
A couple of weeks have passed since Syracuse defeated Washington State in the Holiday Bowl in San Diego, securing its 10th win of the season under first-year head coach Fran Brown. The program and fans have had some time to reflect on what type of season it was in Syracuse. SU’s 10 wins mark the…
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Does The First 12 Team Playoff Give SU Fans Confidence?
The first edition of the 12-team College Football Playoff has been very interesting to say the least. In the first round, all four higher-seeded teams won, then in the second round the four lower-seeded teams moved on. Yet, the final four of Texas, Ohio State, Penn State, and Notre Dame is still filled with massive…
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Oronde Gadsden II officially wraps up his time with SU
Well, it’s official. After four seasons with the Orange, the OG era is over. Yesterday, Oronde Gadsden II officially announced he’s declaring for the NFL draft. It was a move widely speculated after another dominant season from the tight end. Gadsden finished the year with over 900 yards receiving, putting a bow on top of…
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How The First 12-Team CFP Could Hurt Syracuse
The first 12-team College Football Playoff, or CFP, is about halfway over. Unfortunately for Syracuse, what’s happened so far could hurt the Orange’s chances to both get in and advance going forward. ACC Disappointments It was a great sign for the ACC that the conference got two teams into the CFP. Clemson pretty much had…
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What the NFL draft opt-ins mean for Syracuse
A wonderful season for Syracuse has come to an end. 10 wins for Fran Brown in his inaugural season was far above almost all predictions, as a roster of veterans and transfers came together at the right time. But with that means a lot of exits. At least five SU players have already declared for…
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Fizz Report Card: Syracuse Wins Holiday Bowl Over Washington State 52-35
It was a poetic ending for year one of the Fran Brown era, as 21st-ranked Syracuse football defeated Washington State 52-35 in the DirecTV Holiday Bowl down in San Diego, California. In what could be the last game for many contributors this season (including QB Kyle McCord,) the team put on a show. Let’s dive…
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Syracuse Expected To Land LSU Transfer Quarterback
It’s still 2024, but there’s been a lot of discourse about what 2025 may hold for Syracuse football. The biggest need for a program on the rise is someone to man the offense. Fran Brown hit the jackpot on his first go-around with Kyle McCord, which almost seems impossible to replicate. But, that doesn’t mean…
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Syracuse lands OL transfer Naquil Betrand
Syracuse Football has landed an Alabama transfer. Yes, you read that right. It’s a new era of recruiting for Syracuse with Fran Brown, and the first spash for 2025 was made this afternoon. Transfer offensive lineman Naquil Betrand committed to SU with three years of eligibility. It’ll be the third school in as many years…
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What Does A Holiday Bowl Win Do For Syracuse?
We’ve officially hit the halfway point of December, which means that the postseason for college football is right around the corner. There are still twelve more days until we see Syracuse football square off with Washington State in the DirecTV Holiday Bowl, but there’s a lot at stake for a game like this especially for…
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Why Kyle McCord’s Holiday Bowl Decision Matters for Syracuse Football
It doesn’t take a genius to see that Bowl Games have changed over the past few years. With the emergence of the transfer portal, it’s not uncommon to see a large chunk of a team missing in what should be an important post-season football game. Just think back to last years Boca Raton Bowl… when…
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Syracuse To Play Washington State In Holiday Bowl
The news we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived. Despite other reports, No. 21 Syracuse football will be traveling to San Diego, California on Friday, December 27th for a matchup with the Washington State Cougars in the DirecTV Holiday Bowl. I wrote about this in our bowl projections article last week, but I personally…
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Media Scoop of the Year: Syracuse Headed to Gator Bowl?
Since Syracuse’s thrilling comeback against Miami, Central New York’s favorite parlor game is guessing which bowl they end up in. One intrepid student reporter and his brother may have gotten the scoop directly from Kyle McCord. It’ll be… the Gator Bowl. Luke Radel is a member of the student media at Syracuse and tweeted about…
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Syracuse lands 2026 athlete Maurice Medley
Syracuse Football’s sidelines have lined with recruits before every game at the Dome this season. Now, with the regular season concluded and National Signing Day just around the corner, the commitments are starting to flood in for Fran Brown and company. Monday, SU grabbed athlete Maurice Medley as its third member of the 2026 class.…
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How Did Syracuse Comeback Over Miami?
It was quite the atmosphere on Saturday inside the Dome, starting with Syracuse putting points on the board after being down 21-0 and ending with an upset victory over the Miami Hurricanes. Everything SU fans wanted, they got–despite the early deficit. So, how in the world did Syracuse make a comeback and defeat the nation’s…
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The 5 Greatest Syracuse Football Seasons of All Time and Why They Shine
Syracuse University boasts a storied football tradition. From national championships to memorable bowl victories, the Orange have enjoyed some truly standout seasons. Here are the five greatest seasons in Syracuse football history and what made them remarkable. 1959: The National Championship Season Syracuse’s 1959 season stands as the pinnacle of the program’s history. Under head…
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Fran Brown Changed Everything for Syracuse Football
When the ESPN cameras were pressed in his face on a delirious evening at the Dome, Fran Brown proclaimed something that might seem premature but is impossible to argue. “Syracuse is back!” It was the viral statement that jolted through the college football atmosphere, replayed on memes and Instagram/TikTok reels in the hands of fans…
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The Evolution of Sports Analytics in Syracuse Athletics
Sports analytics have revolutionized the way teams, coaches, and players approach the game, and Syracuse University athletics is no exception. Over the years, analytics have evolved from simple stats like points per game to complex algorithms that predict performance, evaluate player potential, and optimize strategies. This data-driven approach is not only reshaping Syracuse sports but…
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What Bowl Game Will Syracuse Play In?
I know we’re all still riding the high of Saturday’s 42-38 upset over #6 Miami, but year one of the Fran Brown era is not over yet for Syracuse football. The Orange finished the regular season at 9-3, and are going bowling for the third straight season. But rejoice ‘Cuse fans, there will not be…
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Syracuse grabs biggest win of 21st century over #6 Miami
This past offseason was one of the most memorable in recent history for Syracuse history. Fran Brown was hired and brought along a bevy of new coaches and coordinators. Then followed the transfers, headlined by Ohio State QB Kyle McCord. And finally, there were the returners. Oronde Gadsden, Marlowe Wax and Justin Barron all announced…
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Syracuse vs. Miami: Crystal Ball Predictions
Adam (6-5): Syracuse 38 – Miami 34 This pick is one of optimism and belief in Fran Brown. I’m usually a massive pessimist when it comes to sports. But, if there’s a time to believe its now. Syracuse has it’s best passing quarterback in decades right now. Kyle McCord is a legit top-tier quarterback, not…
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Fizz Report Card: McCord Shines as Syracuse Beats UConn 31-17
Syracuse followed up its 33-25 win over Cal last week with a dominant showing against UConn, coming out on top 31-17 for the team’s second straight win following a 37-31 loss to Boston College. The Orange dominated the Huskies on both sides of the ball, but sloppy mistakes kept the game close, as Syracuse lost…
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Syracuse vs. UConn: Crystal Ball Predictions
Adam (5-5): Syracuse 31 – UConn 17 I’ve said multiple games this year that it’s time for Fran Brown to show that this year’s team is different from Dino’s teams. After the win over Cal last week, I think this is time for Fran to finally prove that this team can play a full 60…
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Does a win against UConn get Syracuse ranked?
At multiple points throughout the season, SU has just been on the edge of the rankings. And as the Orange prepare for its final non-conference clash of the season against the Huskies of UConn, they find themselves in a similar position with two games to play. SU enters today’s matchup ranked 29th in the nation…
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Will Syracuse’s Defense Step Up Against UConn?
Syracuse shined on the defensive side of the ball in its 33-25 win over California on Saturday, forcing two interceptions and collecting four sacks. It was the bounce-back performance many Orange fans and head coach Fran Brown wanted after Syracuse’s disappointing 37-31 loss to Boston College last week, where the defense allowed 331 rushing yards…
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Fizz Report Card: Syracuse Takes Care Of Cal 33-25
For the first time since 2011, Syracuse football played a game in the Golden State. This time around, it was for the first time since 1968 with the University Of California. Coming off a disappointing 37-31 loss to Boston College, the Orange handled business and took down the Golden Bears 33-25. Who stood out? Who…
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Can Syracuse win out with three games left to go?
The Orange have only won 10 games in a season seven times in program history, and SU is going to have to wait another year to hit the double digit mark after Saturday’s 37-28 loss to Boston College. Syracuse hasn’t won 10 games since 2018. Yet, it’s not all negative for the ‘Cuse. Syracuse still…
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Syracuse vs. California: Crystal Ball Predictions
Adam (5-4): Cal 38 – Syracuse 28 If Syracuse can’t win at Boston College after its starting quarterback gets benched mid-game, then there’s just no way that I see the ‘Cuse traveling cross country and beating Cal. This is a very good Golden Bears team that’s record doesn’t tell the full story. Cal lost to…
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West Coast, Best Coast For SU Football
Syracuse football jumps on another flight and travels back to the west coast for the second time this season. SU had a good experience when it beat UNLV in overtime in early October. So, why not remember those positive feelings and carry them up north to the Bay Area for a Saturday matinee with Cal?…
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Fizz report card: Syracuse narrowly takes down Colgate 74-72
The 176th matchup between Colgate and Syracuse was nail-biter for the Orange, however SU escaped with a 74-72 win to stay undefeated on the year. Coming into the contest, Syracuse had fallen at the hands of the Raiders in two of the last three matchups. And today, at points it seemed as if Colgate would…
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Nowhere November Returns For Syracuse Football
Here we go again. Syracuse football is back in another rut. Every season, it seems that once November arrives, SU finds a way to lose. Obviously, the deep playoff run for SU was essentially over when it lost to Pitt a couple of weeks ago. However, there was still some hope if Syracuse could sneak…
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