MetLife game disappointing due to poor atmosphere
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — It was almost like Syracuse had to force New York’s College Classic onto fans in the New York City area. They… Read more »
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Lemon returns to Orange lineup against USC; Spruill says Syracuse should be in Top 10 after 42-29 loss
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — It took a week and two quarters, but Alec Lemon reminded Syracuse fans why his presence in this year’s new shotgun… Read more »
Lemon will play for Syracuse against USC
Syracuse wide receiver Alec Lemon will return from a lower-body injury to play against Southern California on Saturday. The senior was limited throughout preseason camp… Read more »
On the defensive: Syracuse expects daunting challenge against Trojans offense
CORRECTION: In a previous version of this article, a quote about Marquis Spruill getting Robert Woods back during last season's Southern California game was misattributed.… Read more »
Smooth transition: Wales ready to fill void left by Provo at tight end
When Beckett Wales steps onto a football field, the transformation starts to take place. Increased intensity morphs his personality. He becomes a football player. For… Read more »
Nassib earns Big East honors after record-setting game; Lemon questionable for game against USC
Syracuse revealed a new up-tempo offensive system Saturday. Quarterback Ryan Nassib thrived in it. Nassib completed 45 of 66 passes for 470 yards against Northwestern,… Read more »
Northwestern running back Mark powers rushing attack; Smith, Gulley give Syracuse strong performances out of backfield
Heading into Saturday’s game, the Syracuse defense zeroed in on shutting down Northwestern’s dual-threat quarterback Kain Colter. But it was the Wildcats’ electrifying running back… Read more »
Inexperienced offensive line eases some concerns against Northwestern
Doug Marrone admitted he was worried. The right side of his offensive line was completely new, with right guard Ivan Foy and right tackle Lou… Read more »
Dominant performance by Nassib still not enough for Syracuse to pull out victory
The cloak was lifted yet nothing appeared different. Months of secrecy — a quarantine on spring practice and a preseason camp held partially at a… Read more »
ONE TOO MANY: Costly mistakes by Syracuse waste comeback bid in 42-41 loss
Facing third-and-15 from the 27-yardline and trailing by six with 58 seconds remaining, Northwestern took a timeout. The Wildcats needed to convert a first down… Read more »
Multiple fronts: Ashton Broyld gives Syracuse a new offensive weapon who can attack defenses from a variety of positions
Ashton Broyld doesn’t feel pressure, and he insists there isn’t any to begin with. Broyld’s name has become synonymous with Syracuse’s plans to make “big… Read more »
Cover 2: Syracuse defense focused on limiting dual-threat Colter
Shamarko Thomas and the Syracuse defense have been scheming for one player all week. He led Northwestern in rushing last season, finished third in receiving… Read more »
Hidden wounds: After a slew of unpublicized injuries derailed Syracuse last year, the program makes adjustments to stay healthy in 2012
Each time the scene is the same. Doug Marrone alongside an injured Syracuse football player, a doctor nearby and the young man’s parents on speakerphone.… Read more »
5 questions surrounding Syracuse in 2012 season
1. Who will emerge as a playmaker for the Orange? Head coach Doug Marrone has harped on the need for his team to make big… Read more »
Diabate provides depth at linebacker; Marrone stresses keeping team focused for opener
CORRECTION: In a previous version of this article, Siriki Diabate's name was misspelled. The Daily Orange regrets this error. Doug Marrone listed the names of his… Read more »
Syracuse depth chart set for season opener against Northwestern
When Doug Marrone released his two-deep depth chart Saturday, he was adamant that nothing was definitive. Players who aren’t listed could still see time on… Read more »
Curtis finished playing at Syracuse due to injury
Sophomore offensive tackle Kristofer Curtis will no longer play football for Syracuse after suffering an injury during the preseason, head coach Doug Marrone announced Wednesday.… Read more »
Week at Fort Drum emphasizes teamwork, communication
FORT DRUM, N.Y. — Maj. Gen. Mark A. Milley stood in front of Syracuse’s players and delivered an impassioned speech that challenged them to forget last season. His… Read more »
Marrone, players preach taking camp day by day as Syracuse opens preseason
The Syracuse football team reported for preseason camp Saturday at 9 a.m., signaling the start of its 2012 season. Three hours later, SU head coach… Read more »
Running back Carter charged with assault
Syracuse University football player Delone Carter was charged with misdemeanor assault in connection with a physical altercation he had with an SU student on Feb.… Read more »
SU community speaks out against sexual assault in Take Back the Night rally
Tiffany Steinwert remembers from her adolescence being on a beach in Florida with her family, when two men started whistling and calling her names as… Read more »
