Q&A with Gophers beat writer Jack Satzinger of Minnesota Daily
Syracuse (6-6, 4-4 Atlantic Coast) faces Minnesota (8-4, 4-4 Big 10) in the Texas Bowl at 6 p.m. in Reliant Stadium on Friday night. The… Read more »
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Syracuse looks to solidify senior class' legacy in Texas Bowl
HOUSTON — There are several components that can make up this senior class’s legacy. This year’s seniors were the first class recruited entirely by Doug Marrone… Read more »
Draft-eligible Syracuse players look to improve stock in Texas Bowl
Last May, three Syracuse players had their dreams realized when they were selected in the 2013 NFL Draft. Justin Pugh was selected in the first… Read more »
Bailey: Shafer's first season should be viewed as success regardless of outcome in Texas Bowl
HOUSTON — For the first time all season, Scott Shafer seemed at ease behind the podium in the Westin Galleria Houston on Thursday morning. He… Read more »
Shafer admires Kill's perseverance through epilepsy with sister in mind
HOUSTON — There’s always a lingering question for Jerry Kill, one that’s brought scrutiny upon the head coach even as he guided Minnesota to an eight-win… Read more »
Last time they played: Minnesota beats Syracuse 17-10 as SU fails to find end zone until final moments
From the very first play from scrimmage, Syracuse had trouble with ball security. Ryan Nassib took the first snap of the game and fired a… Read more »
Video: Syracuse captains preview Texas Bowl
With Syracuse one day away from taking on Minnesota in the Texas Bowl, the Orange's four captains looked ahead at that matchup on Thursday. Center… Read more »
Cowboy up: Texas native Cobb goes from sideline to starting role as 1,000-yard rusher leads Gophers into Texas Bowl
David Cobb almost felt ashamed. Looking up in the stands he saw his entire family watching a game that he knew he had no chance… Read more »
Syracuse holds last practice on Christmas Day in Houston
While many bowl teams are spending their Christmases at home with family, Syracuse is down in Houston preparing for Friday’s Texas Bowl. Some players, like… Read more »
McDonald remembered as 'quality human being' during time as Minnesota WRs coach
Six years before George McDonald became Syracuse’s play-calling offensive coordinator, he was Minnesota’s wide receivers coach. It was his sixth stop of nine along the… Read more »
Syracuse players benefit from extra practice time
Scott Shafer hasn’t committed to Terrel Hunt as his quarterback beyond the Texas Bowl. As long Shafer is the head coach at Syracuse, it’s hard… Read more »
Syracuse looks to build off Rodeo Bowl victory
Scott Shafer is a fan of select statistics: turnover margin, missed tackles and ensuing yards allowed, first and third-down conversion rates. But how about Rodeo… Read more »
3-star DE Slayton verbally commits to Syracuse
Three-star defensive end Chris Slayton verbally committed to Syracuse on Tuesday. The 6-foot-5, 230-pound Slayton chose the Orange over offers from Wisconsin, Nebraska, Missouri, Mississippi,… Read more »
Gulley prepares to return from ankle sprain in Texas Bowl
After missing the last two games of the season with an ankle sprain, Syracuse running back Prince-Tyson Gulley is preparing for his return against Minnesota… Read more »
Eskridge, Whigham ruled out of Texas Bowl
Defensive backs Durell Eskridge and Julian Whigham have officially been ruled out for Friday's Texas Bowl, according to Syracuse’s injury report. Eskridge, a sophomore safety,… Read more »
Smith decides to go pro, forgo senior season
Syracuse running back Jerome Smith will enter the NFL Draft instead of returning to SU for his senior season, head coach Scott Shafer confirmed Friday.… Read more »
Redshirt freshman LB Washington announces transfer
James Washington, a redshirt freshman linebacker, will transfer from Syracuse. Washington is the second Orange defensive player to announce his departure from SU in the… Read more »
Defensive end Manley announces transfer on Twitter
Syracuse defensive end Josh Manley will transfer to Charlotte after this season, he announced via Twitter Tuesday night. Been through a lot these past 2… Read more »
Eskridge announces via Twitter he won't play; Shafer says Lyn out, Whigham doubtful
Syracuse’s Durell Eskridge will not play in the Texas Bowl against Minnesota on Dec. 27, the safety announced Tuesday on Twitter. “@mdzbills1980: @Deskridge_d3 you aren't… Read more »
3-star cornerback Hudson verbally commits to Orange
Three-star cornerback Cordell Hudson of Largo (Fla.) High School verbally committed to Syracuse’s Class of 2014, he announced via Twitter Sunday afternoon. Hudson is now… Read more »
Stingy Syracuse run defense faces challenge in Minnesota RB Cobb
Syracuse is the only team in the country to not allow an opposing player to rush for 100 yards. The SU defense will be put… Read more »
Shafer reflects on first season as head coach, fulfilling lifelong dream
Scott Shafer’s doggone head coaching dreams are still coming true, the fiery Syracuse head coach said at a press conference in Houston on Friday morning.… Read more »
Shafer plans to begin recruiting in Texas
Syracuse hasn’t touched the fertile recruiting ground that is the state of Texas much with Scott Shafer at the helm, but the first-year head coach… Read more »
Syracuse to play Minnesota in Texas Bowl
Syracuse will play Minnesota in the Texas Bowl on Dec. 27 in Houston, the bowl officially announced on Sunday night. The game will kick off… Read more »
