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Babers discusses Duke game, injuries, quarterback rotation after bye week

The Blue Devils are coming off a 38-31 loss to Virginia Tech last week, while SU hopes to get injured members of the secondary and offensive line back. Read More »

October 5, 2020 at 1:59 pm

Beat writer roundtable: Syracuse at a turning point in bye week

Through three games, Syracuse is at crossroads in its bye week. Our beat writers reflect on how the Orange can turn around their season. Read More »

September 30, 2020 at 10:44 pm

3 inconclusive tests delayed Syracuse-Georgia Tech game, Ryan McMahon says

Syracuse's home-opener against Georgia Tech was delayed more than 30 minutes due to the inconclusive COVID-19 test results for three players. Read More »

September 30, 2020 at 12:26 pm

Syracuse emphasizes turnovers to compensate for poor offense, statistics show

The Orange have relied heavily on turnovers, forcing 10 turnovers in their first three games while the offense has struggled. Read More »

September 29, 2020 at 11:23 pm

Film review: Syracuse’s 5 forced turnovers vs. Georgia Tech

Syracuse's defense has forced 10 turnovers through three games, five of which came in a win against Georgia Tech last Saturday, Read More »

September 28, 2020 at 11:29 pm

Trill Williams, Sean Tucker earn weekly ACC awards after Georgia Tech win

Following SU's 37-20 win over Georgia Tech, Sean Tucker and Trill Williams were named ACC running back of the week and defensive back of the week, respectively. Read More »

September 28, 2020 at 1:37 pm

Hillman: SU’s win over GT was historic. It was more bizarre in person.

Syracuse’s win over Georgia Tech was the first in the renovated Carrier Dome. Our beat writer was one of the few people in attendance. Read More »

September 27, 2020 at 11:46 pm

Sean Tucker emerges as lead running back in 37-20 win over Georgia Tech

His 112-yard performance makes him the first runner to eclipse 100 yards since Moe Neal in 2019. Read More »

September 26, 2020 at 6:33 pm

After delayed kickoff, SU cruises past Georgia Tech, 37-20, for 1st win

The Orange forced five Georgia Tech turnovers, and Sean Tucker rushed for over 100 yards in the first game in the renovated Carrier Dome. Read More »

September 26, 2020 at 4:35 pm

3 takeaways from Syracuse's 37-20 home opener win over Georgia Tech

The Orange had their first win of the season and their first win in the renovated Carrier Dome. Read More »

September 26, 2020 at 4:27 pm

SU-Georgia Tech delayed over 30 minutes to confirm 3 COVID-19 test results

All three Syracuse players whose test results were confirmed tested negative for COVID-19, and the delay lasted for more than 30 minutes. Read More »

September 26, 2020 at 12:41 pm

As Syracuse transitions to mobile ticketing, some fans feel left behind

SU Athletics announced in July that ticketing would completely transition to mobile when fans are allowed back in the Carrier Dome. Read More »

September 23, 2020 at 11:43 pm

Beat writers predict loss to Georgia Tech, worst SU start since 2013

Syracuse’s 0-2 start is its worst since 2013, and our beat writers aren’t confident the Orange have what it takes to turn it around. Read More »

September 23, 2020 at 11:20 pm

Opponent preview: Syracuse plays Georgia Tech in renovated Carrier Dome

Here’s everything you need to know about Georgia Tech, a run-heavy team coming to break in the newly renovated Carrier Dome. Read More »

September 23, 2020 at 9:34 pm

Dabbundo: Babers' decision not to use timeouts shows no faith in his team

The Orange punted on 4th-and-6 from their own 41 with seven minutes to play in Saturday's game against Pittsburgh. Read More »

September 22, 2020 at 9:26 pm

Mikel Jones was a backup in 2019. Now, he’s a catalyst for SU’s defense.

The sophomore linebacker has three takeaways in the first two games. Read More »

September 22, 2020 at 9:12 pm

Film review: Breaking down all 7 of Tommy DeVito’s sacks against Pittsburgh

Taking a look at each of Tommy DeVito’s seven sacks against Pittsburgh Read More »

September 21, 2020 at 9:13 pm

Dino Babers says Tommy DeVito will start amid offensive struggles

The offense failed to score more than 10 points for the second straight game. Read More »

September 21, 2020 at 1:59 pm

Dino Babers doesn’t commit to starting quarterback after 21-10 loss to Pitt

After the Orange’s 21-10 loss to No. 25 Pittsburgh, Babers didn’t commit to either QB going forward. Read More »

September 19, 2020 at 6:18 pm

3 takeaways from Syracuse's 21-10 loss at No. 25 Pittsburgh

Syracuse lost 21-10 at No. 25 Pittsburgh as the Orange continued to struggle offensively for the second straight week. Read More »

September 19, 2020 at 3:35 pm

Syracuse totals just 171 yards of offense in 21-10 loss to Pittsburgh

Rex Culpepper's 69-yard touchdown pass to Taj Harris accounted for 40% of the Orange's total yards on offense against the Panthers. Read More »

September 19, 2020 at 3:31 pm

Beat Writers skeptical of Syracuse's chances against No. 25 Pittsburgh

Our beat writers predict Syracuse football's offensive line will succumb to Pittsburgh's tough defense. Read More »

September 16, 2020 at 9:29 pm

Opponent Preview: Syracuse heads to Pittsburgh to face the No. 25 Panthers

Pittsburgh won last year’s matchup by one possession. Read More »

September 16, 2020 at 9:08 pm

Unusual offseason presents mental health issues for athletes, experts say

College athletes may be at higher risk to experience mental health issues, and experts say the events of this summer may have increased that. Read More »

September 16, 2020 at 12:42 am