Writer: Wyatt Miller
Dino Babers talks offensive adjustments, injury updates after Virginia Tech blowout
Syracuse has four games remaining, all against conference foes who have similar records. The Orange must win at least half of those to make a bowl game, and Babers knows they must improve offensively to do so. Read More »
Film Review: How Syracuse totaled zero rushing yards against the Hokies
Despite head coach Dino Babers’ confidence that less-talented defenses would yield better offensive production, Syracuse’s rushing attack often went backwards Thursday. Read More »
Virginia Tech's pre-snap motion gashes Syracuse’s rush defense
Virginia Tech (4-4, 3-1 Atlantic Coast Conference) entered the contest 12th in the ACC in rush yards per game, but a new rushing scheme dominated Syracuse (4-4, 0-4 ACC) in a 38-10 blowout. Read More »
Observations from SU’s blowout loss to VT: Offense falls flat, penalties return
Coming off three-straight conference losses where the Orange were outscored 112-24, the bye week couldn’t have come at a better time. Read More »
Jason Simmons Jr. grew up in the Green Bay Packers’ locker room
Because of his father's role as secondary coach for the Green Bay Packers, Jason Simmons Jr. had an inside look at an NFL team from the first time he put on a helmet. Read More »
Opponent Preview: What to know about No. 4 Florida State
Syracuse has lost to Florida State in 13 of 15 total meetings. Coming off of two consecutive losses to ranked teams, SU’s road to victory in Tallahassee starts with its defense. Read More »
Opponent Preview: What to know about No. 14 North Carolina
After losing its first game of the season to Clemson, Syracuse hits the road to face No. 14 North Carolina. Read More »
Data Dive: Demystifying the numbers behind Syracuse's opening 5 games
On Saturday, SU's offensive line allowed 14 pressures on 38 dropbacks (37%) jamming Garrett Shrader’s scramble lanes and swarming the pocket. If SU hopes to defeat future ranked opponents, our beat writer writes that the Orange must prevent the same errors. Read More »
The next day: Syracuse's pass attack comes out flat against Clemson
Garrett Shrader went 0-for-7 on throws of 20+ yards and registered a 39.6 passer rating, according to Pro Football Focus, in SU's 31-14 loss to Clemson. Read More »
Mistake-riddled Syracuse hands Clemson 31-14 win
The Orange gave up two fumbles in the first 10 minutes of play against Clemson, matching their total from the first four games of the season. Read More »
KNOCKOUT CORNER: Tackling has always been Isaiah Johnson's top priority
“He just comes in and not just lowers the boom:” Isaiah Johnson’s tackling ability helped him transform into SU’s No. 1 cornerback. Read More »
Adjustments on 3rd, 4th down dictate Syracuse’s success against Army
"It was just really about the attitude and the aggression." SU's defense held the Black Knights to 1-for-7 on third and fourth down attempts in the second half. Read More »
Observations from SU's win over Army: Shrader's adjustments, Alford’s career day
Garrett Shrader and the offense bounced back from a slow start, led by Damien Alford’s career-high 135 receiving yards. Read More »
Oronde Gadsden II is out for the season. Who will step up?
Last season, 65% of Gadsden’s snaps came in the slot, while 12% were inline, according to Pro Football Focus. Read More »
The next day: Syracuse defense remains elite in 1st Power 5 matchup of 2023
After giving up just seven points across the first two games, Syracuse's defense kept rolling in West Lafayette. Read More »
SU capitalizes on Purdue turnovers with ground game in 35-20 win
“We like to believe that we’re the faking capital of the world.” Syracuse’s use of the read option led Garrett Shrader to a career-high in rushing yards (195) and touchdowns (four). Read More »
LeQuint Allen Jr. honors his father's legacy as a force within his community
Just after LeQuint Allen Jr. learned he was being investigated by SU’s Office of Community Standards, his father was shot and killed. Now, Allen is back on the field carrying the legacy of his dad’s name. Read More »
Film Review: Garrett Shrader shows off his legs, healthy arm in WMU blowout
Against Western Michigan, Shrader torched zone and man coverage alike with well-placed throws up the seams and some timely scrambling. Read More »
Cornerbacks coach Travis Fisher is a technician who’s 'still a player in his heart'
As Syracuse’s cornerbacks coach, Fisher commands the room with a heavy emphasis on technique and a youthful energy. Read More »
Isaiah Jones establishes himself as top target without Oronde Gadsden II
Isiah Jones stepped up with Oronde Gadsden coming off the field injured in the first half. Jones caught five passes for 86 yards, filling the void Gadsden left. Read More »
Observations from Syracuse’s win over WMU: Allen's touchdowns, elite secondary play
Isaiah Jones caught five passes for 86 yards in the first half after Oronde Gadsden II went down with an early injury. More observations. Read More »
Opponent Preview: Everything to know about Colgate ahead of the season-opener
The all-time series between Syracuse and Colgate is tied at 31-31-4 going into Saturday’s game. Here’s everything to know about Colgate before the tie breaking game. Read More »
THE GODFATHER: Syracuse's new DC pioneered its go-to defensive set
Rocky Long’s arrival as creator of the coveted 3-3-5 defense gives SU’s backfield a chance to elevate from last season’s success. Read More »
SWISS ARMY KNIFE: How Justin Barron developed the versatility to play rover in 3-3-5
Justin Barron has played at every level of the defense throughout his football career. This season, he’ll need all those skills as a rover in the 3-3-5. Read More »