Linebacker Derek McDonald is blossoming in redshirt junior season
With linebacker Marlowe Wax having missed five games due to injury, Derek McDonald has taken advantage of a greater role in 2024. Read more »
College football
Opponent Preview: What to know about Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech edge rusher Antwaun Powell-Ryland ranks second in the nation in sacks with 11, posing a serious threat to Syracuse's offense. Read more »
Entering November, Syracuse's pass rush has room to grow
Syracuse’s pass rush has been inconsistent seven games into 2024. Most of the group's production has come against SU's weakest opponents, leaving something to be desired entering its November slate. Read more »
Beat writers split on whether Syracuse will defeat Virginia Tech
Following a 28-point loss last Thursday to Pittsburgh, our beat writers are split on whether Syracuse can bounce back with a win Saturday against Virginia Tech. Read more »
Film Review: Breaking down Kyle McCord’s 3 pick-6 game in Pittsburgh
Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord threw a career-worst five interceptions in its 41-13 loss to Pitt last Thursday. Our beat writer breaks down three of McCord's picks, which were all returned back for touchdowns. Read more »
Fran Brown discusses linebackers, loss to Pitt at weekly press conference
Entering Syracuse’s final month of the regular season, Fran Brown discussed Marlowe Wax’s status and SU's recent loss to Pitt. Read more »
Syracuse’s defense shines despite defeat to No. 19 Pittsburgh
Syracuse’s defense surrendered just 217 yards of total offense despite getting blown out by No. 19 Pittsburgh. Read more »
Marlowe Wax returns vs. No. 19 Pitt following 5-game absence
After missing the last five games due to injury, linebacker Marlowe Wax returned to action against Pitt. Read more »
Kyle McCord throws 5 interceptions, 3 pick 6's in SU's blowout 41-13 loss to No. 19 Pitt
Syracuse's quarterback threw a career-worst five interceptions as the Orange were decimated 41-13 by No. 19 Pittsburgh on the road, dropping to 5-2 on the season. Read more »
Observations from SU’s loss to No. 19 Pitt: Wax returns, McCord struggles
Despite dominating time of possession by over 20 minutes, Syracuse’s offense found the end zone just once in its 41-13 loss to No. 19 Pittsburgh. More observations from SU’s lopsided defeat. Read more »
Beat writers predict Syracuse will defeat No. 19 Pitt
Syracuse travels to face No. 19 Pitt, its highest-ranked opponent of the season, in a primetime matchup tonight. Our beat writers are confident the Orange will hand the Panthers their first loss of 2024. Read more »
Analyzing Kyle McCord’s usage, production halfway through 2024
Halfway through his first season at Syracuse, quarterback Kyle McCord is on pace to break many of the Orange’s single-season passing records. Read more »
Opponent Preview: What to know about No. 19 Pittsburgh
Having already defeated Georgia Tech and UNLV, Syracuse is looking to secure its third ranked win of the season against No. 19 Pittsburgh. Read more »
Film Review: The 5 game-winning plays from 1st half of SU’s season
Halfway through 2024, Syracuse sits at a 5-1 record for just the second time in the last 10 seasons. Here's a breakdown of the game-winning play from each of SU’s victories thus far. Read more »
Fran Brown discusses No. 19 Pitt, Wax's status at weekly press conference
At Fran Brown's weekly press conference, the head coach discussed SU’s primetime matchup Thursday against No. 19 Pitt and linebacker Marlowe Wax’s availability. Read more »
Data Dive: The numbers behind Syracuse’s 5-1 start
Syracuse is averaging the most passing attempts per game in the FBS along with posting a below-average special teams grade. Read more »
Film Review: Big plays hindered Syracuse’s chances vs. NC State
Syracuse’s defense forced three turnovers against NC State and held it to 17 points. But the Orange also allowed six plays of over 20 yards. Read more »
Jackson Meeks, Justin Barron earn ACC Player of the Week honors
Syracuse wide receiver Jackson Meeks and linebacker Justin Barron earned ACC Player of the Week honors. This follows Syracuse’s 24-17 road victory over NC State. Read more »
‘He’s all of D.A.R.T.’: Justin Barron fuels Syracuse’s victory in Raleigh
“If D.A.R.T. is a word, he exceeded that word.” Justin Barron led Syracuse’s defense with a team-high in tackles, a sack and a crucial interception en route to beating NC State on the road. Read more »
Pass-catching trio propels Syracuse’s win over NC State
In SU's win over NC State, the trio of Oronde Gadsden II, Jackson Meeks and Trebor Peña combined for 25 receptions and 265 receiving yards Read more »
Syracuse’s defense wreaks havoc to spearhead 24-17 win over NC State
Syracuse’s defense suffocated NC State on the road, forcing three turnovers that resulted in 21 points from its offense. The defensive performance led the Orange to defeat the Wolfpack 24-17 in Raleigh. Read more »
Observations from SU’s win over NC State: McCord dazzles, D-line adjusts
Led by Kyle McCord continuing his torrid campaign, completing 74% of his passes for 346 yards and two touchdowns, SU defeated NC State 24-17. Read more »
Fran Brown announces Dion Wilson Jr., Kevin Jobity Jr. likely out for season
Syracuse defensive linemen Dion Wilson Jr. and Kevin Jobity Jr. will likely miss the rest of the 2024 season due to injury, SU head coach Fran Brown said on TK 99’s Gomez and Company Friday morning. Read more »
SU running back Will Nixon ruled out for season
Syracuse running back Will Nixon will miss the rest of the 2024 season, SU head coach Fran Brown announced on his Thursday night radio show. Nixon suffered the injury in the Orange’s win over Holy Cross. Read more »
