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Sidney Rouleau

After taking an official visit for the upset win over SMU and backing off his Michigan pledge, the Quebec native is locked in with Fran Brown’s program.

Sidney Rouleau

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After taking an official visit for the upset win over SMU and backing off his Michigan pledge, the Quebec native is locked in with Fran Brown’s program.

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Anthony Lucas

Recruiting

2029 elite prospect Anthony Lucas details why Syracuse remains a frontrunner after taking in the Orange's 30-27 upset over No. 19 SMU.

Syracuse hosts Clemson at noon on November 7th at the JMA Wireless Dome.

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Riding the momentum of an upset win over No. 19 SMU, Syracuse hosts Clemson looking to move above .500 for the first time since Week 1.

Ty Winn

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6-foot-8 4-star offensive tackle Ty Winn breaks down his trip to Syracuse for the 30-27 win over SMU.

Oct 31, 2026; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange linebacker Keyshawn Johnson (14) and defensive lineman Tunmise Adeleye (30) combine to sack Southern Methodist University Mustangs quarterback Kevin Jennings (7) during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

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Syracuse knocked off No. 19 SMU for its second straight ACC win, with several Orange players standing out in PFF’s grades.

Luke Maurino

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2030 deep threat Luke Maurino returned to Central New York to watch the Orange knock off No. 19 SMU 30-27.

Zymere Weaver

Recruiting

Taking in his first game day trip to Central New York, 2028 signal caller Zymere Weaver breaks down Syracuse’s disciplined play in the 30-27 upset over No. 19 SMU.

Oct 31, 2026; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange head coach Fran Brown reacts to a call during the first half against the Southern Methodist University Mustangs at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

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Fran Brown confronts Syracuse football's razor-thin margins, details a Sunday night challenge to 26 underclassmen and provides QB Steve Angeli injury updates.

Jason Lewis

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The smooth Florida pass rusher details why his Syracuse visit solidified his decision and why he is locked in with Syracuse.

Syracuse athletic director Bryan Blair address the assembled media Monday at the Lally Athletics Complex. Blair hopes for a large crowd to greet the Orange when hosting Clemson Saturday afternoon.

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Blair voiced his support for Brown and a young Orange roster, and his wish to fill up the Dome Saturday to maximize homefield advantage.

Alex Davis

Recruiting

Game day hospitality, high energy in the Dome, and coaching connections leave a strong impression on visiting prospects.

Syracuse coach Fran Brown speaks to the media Saturday after the Orange won their second straight game, knocking off 19th ranked SMU in the Dome.

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For the second straight week, QB Steve Angeli directed the late game-winning drive for a comeback victory.

Oct 31, 2026; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange quarterback Steve Angeli (9) posses for a photo with a fan following the game against the Southern Methodist University Mustangs at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

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Down 27-23 with 17 seconds left, Steve Angeli finds Noah Meyers for the game-winning touchdown.

Ty Winn

Recruiting

From Fran Brown's mentorship to game day hospitality, three premier class of 2028 visitors detail why Syracuse ranks high on their lists.

Syracuse hosts No. 19 SMU at noon on Halloween at the JMA Wireless Dome.

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Steve Angeli's deep passing, Ahmad Miller’s ground game, and a rowdy Halloween home crowd hold the formula for Syracuse to knock off No. 19 SMU.

Omari Lawson

Recruiting

The Syracuse commit has been pledged to the Orange for over a year and the honors are stacking up.

Nov 25, 2023; Syracuse, New York, USA; General view of a Syracuse Orange helmet prior to the game against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

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Each ACC team has to play a Power Four non-league opponent each season, and we have some suggestions.

Sep 19, 2026; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; The Tennessee defense swarms Kennesaw State quarterback Rickie Collins (1) during Tennesseea?TMs college football game against Kennesaw State at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville on Sept. 19, 2026. Mandatory Credit: Saul Young/News Sentinel-USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

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Syracuse transfers have had varying degrees of success since they departed SU.

Syracuse Orange quarterback Steve Angeli (9) looks downfield for an open receiver while being pressured by Pittsburgh Panthers linebacker Braylan Lovelace (0) during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 17, 2026.

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Syracuse went out and added depth at quarterback in the offseason, and it's paid off for the Orange.

Oct 24, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Syracuse Orange wide receiver Calvin Russell III (5) runs with the ball during the fourth quarter against North Carolina Tar Heels at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cory Knowlton-Imagn Images

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From Calvin Russell III’s clutch game-winner to Zyian Moultrie-Goddard’s defensive pressure, breakdown of Syracuse’s highest-graded performers from PFF.

A picture of the first-of-its-kind helmet the Syracuse Orange football team will wear Saturday in a Halloween matchup with Top 20 ranked SMU.

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Ahead of Saturday's matchup inside the JMA Wireless Dome, we explore the story behind the new Otto helmets and look back at key Syracuse uniform milestones since 1967.

Gino Wang Syracuse

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Class of 2028 passer Gino Wang reflects on his connection with Syracuse’s coaches and the Orange’s momentum following a big road win in conference play.

Oct 17, 2026; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Missouri Tigers cornerback Sione Laulea (2) breaks up a pass intended for Mississippi Rebels wide receiver Johntay Cook II (0) during the third quarter at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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An in-depth look at snaps, statistical production, and roster roles for Syracuse’s 2026 transfer departures through the first half of the regular season.

Oct 24, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Syracuse Orange head coach Fran Brown calls a play during the first half against North Carolina Tar Heels at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cory Knowlton-Imagn Images

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Orange head coach Fran Brown breaks down the community responsibility of winning, freshman leadership, and preparing for No. 19 SMU's high-octane tempo.

Syracuse coach Fran Brown smiles as he interacts with the media Monday at the Lally Athletics Complex. The Orange host 16th/19th ranked SMU Saturday in the Dome.

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Syracuse has not won two successive-week ACC regular season games since October 2021, as it looks to beat ranked SMU Saturday in the Dome.