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The Orange came straight off the tipoff firing, gaining an 18 point lead before New Haven could even get on the board. The Chargers had a small pushback however, cutting down the lead to 14 and forcing McNamara to call time out about half way through the first half.

College Football News / Syracuse Orange On SI / November 2

3-Star DL Shuts Down Recruitment, Reaffirms Commitment to Syracuse

In June, Syracuse received a commitment from three-star defensive lineman Jason Lewis. Rated the No. 530 prospect by 247Sports, he selected the Orange over two dozen other offers that included Missouri, Duke, Kentucky, Louisville, Maryland, and Stanford, among many others.

Fran Brown News / Syracuse Orange On SI / November 2

What Bryan Blair and Fran Brown said before Syracuse hosts Clemson Saturday in the Dome

The old adage that "timing is everything" is certainly applicable to 2026 Syracuse football, with interest in the Orange escalating to a season peak following

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / November 2

'Cuse Brought the Energy': Recruits React to Syracuse’s Upset Win Over No. 19 SMU

Syracuse pulled off its biggest win of the season on Saturday, defeating No. 19 SMU, 30-27. More than two dozen recruits were on campus to take in the win, and we caught up with several of them after for their takes on the Orange.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 31

Syracuse continues impressive trend under HC Fran Brown in win over No. 19 SMU

Ranked teams, beware when playing at Syracuse.

Syracuse upsets No. 19 SMU on last-minute TD pass

The 'College nicknames that don't end in s' quiz

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 31

Top 2028 Recruits Preview Game Day Visits to Syracuse for SMU Matchup

Syracuse will host more than two dozen recruits this weekend as they prepare to battle No. 19 SMU. We caught up with three recruits prior to their visits to get their thoughts on SU.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 30

2028 Syracuse Commit Invited to Elite Showcase

2028 Jacksonville (FL) Zarephath Academy offensive lineman Omari Lawson has been invited to the Under Armour Next 2027 All-America Game. The game is a showcase of elite talent from around the country played in Florida in January.

Fran Brown News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 28

Fran Brown Learning From Past Mistake Has Kept Syracuse's Season Afloat

By every assessment, Syracuse’s season has not gone according to plan. Fran Brown’s seat is warming a bit, even after snapping an 11-game losing streak in conference play.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 28

Key PFF Standouts Who Sealed Syracuse’s ACC Victory Over UNC

The 3-4 Syracuse Orange are coming off their biggest win of the season, defeating North Carolina 31-30 in overtime. The victory gave Syracuse its first ACC win of the season and snapped a conference losing streak that lasted more than a year.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 28

Syracuse Football Uniform History From Ben Schwartzwalder to New Otto Helmets

There was some big off-the-field news this week before Syracuse looks to win back-to-back ACC regular season games in successive weeks for the first time in five years.

Fran Brown News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 26

Off momentum from an ACC win, Syracuse football eyes Saturday's home game v. Top 20 ranked SMU

The last time Fran Brown held an in-season, Monday afternoon media event coming off his team defeating an ACC opponent, was Septemeber 22, 2025, two days after a masterful 34-21 road win at Clemson, and five days before falling soundly 38-3 to Duke in the Dome without Angel, after his seson-ending injury against the Tigers.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 26

South Jersey Prospect Elijah Campbell Reacts to First Game Day at Syracuse

In May 2025, Syracuse was the first program to offer 2028 ATH Elijah Campbell. They’ve remained in close touch with him since then, and earlier in October, welcomed him to Central New York for a game day visit when they played Louisville.

Fran Brown News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 25

What Fran Brown, and Orange players said after Syracuse's thrilling 31-30 OT win at North Carolina

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - The some 100 year old phrase "Close, but no cigar" certainly described the Orange's four 2026 ACC losses heading into Saturday night's road test at Kenan Stadium, in which the 'Cuse entered about a nine-point underdog against a Tar Heels team coming off a fierce rivalry game win at Duke.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 24

Takeaways, Hero, and Zero From Syracuse Football's 26-25 OT Win Over North Carolina

Syracuse defeated North Carolina, 31-30, to snap a year-old conference losing streak. After North Carolina scored on their opening drive to kick off overtime, the Orange responded with a seven-play drive that culminated in a a Calvin Russell four-yard touchdown pass from Steve Angeli.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 24

Syracuse Tops Niagara 71-58 in Final Exhibition: Top Takeaways Ahead of Season Opener

Syracuse defeated Niagara 71-58 in its final exhibition game, giving Gerry McNamara and his staff one last chance to evaluate the Orange in-game before the regular-season opener Nov.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 23

2029 DB Jordan Wilson Lauds Syracuse Staff, Game Day Atmosphere in Dome

In September, 2029 defensive back Jordan Wilson received his first offer from Syracuse. The coaching staff has been in steady touch with Wilson since then, and on Saturday, he got his first look at Syracuse when they hosted him for their matchup against Louisville.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 22

The staggering difference in ex-players on NBA rosters between Syracuse and Duke

As the 81st NBA campaign tipped-off this week, the ACC released its annual list of former conference players whose name's appeared on opening day rosters across the league's 30 teams, and it totals 80 players.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 22

2029 QB Nolan Downes Recaps Syracuse Visit: 'Awesome Experience'

2029 quarterback Nolan Downes is one of the most sought after prospects in his class. His offer sheet—which already exceeds more than a dozen offers—includes Cincinnati, Iowa, North Carolina, Liberty and South Florida.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 21

Syracuse Football: 2028 NJ Standout Raheem Blackwell Jr. Reacts to Dome Visit

In January, Syracuse was among the first schools to offer 2028 ATH Raheem Blackwell Jr. The Camden (NJ) Eastside two-way star got a closer look at SU over the weekend when he was on campus to check out Syracuse’s matchup with Louisville.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 21

PFF Grades Highlight Syracuse Standouts in 34-26 Loss to Louisville

Syracuse lost a close game to Louisville, 34-26, bringing their overall record to 2-4 (0-4) in conference play and marking their 11th straight conference-game

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 20

2028 OL Aiden Galles Praises Syracuse Following Louisville Game Visit

One of the most heavily recruited prospects in the 2028 class is Clermont (FL) East Ridge offensive lineman Aiden Galles. Rated a three-star prospect by 247Sports, he holds well over a dozen offers, including Florida State, Georgia Tech, Kentucky and Maryland.

Syracuse Orange News / Syracuse Orange On SI / October 19