Work ethic plays role in Shafer's decision to reshuffle wide receiver corps
The shape of Syracuse's wide receiver corps took on a new look against Wake Forest. Jeremiah Kobena's role was nonexistent. Brisly Estime's role was expanded.… Read more »
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Shafer expects strong performances from Maryland backup wide receivers
On Tuesday, defensive end Robert Welsh said Maryland's backup wide receivers, who have been thrust into a more significant role due to injuries, are just… Read more »
Broyld moves out wide ahead of Maryland game
Last week in practice, Terrel Hunt was surprised to see Ashton Broyld lined up on the perimeter instead of in the slot. “I’m like, ‘What… Read more »
Maryland wide receiver Jacobs squares off against former teammate Broyld, Syracuse
Levern Jacobs was the wide receiver that used big ears to help him fly past opponents. Ashton Broyld was the fat quarterback that used his… Read more »
Maryland QB Brown cleared to play against SU
Maryland senior quarterback C.J. Brown is cleared to play against Syracuse on Saturday, Terrapins head coach Randy Edsall said during the ACC coaches’ teleconference Wednesday.… Read more »
Former NFL assistant coach Kennan guides Incarnate Word in first season
Larry Kennan never liked to wear his Super Bowl ring. He would keep it locked away safely, along with the rest of his memories from… Read more »
Norton set to start for Syracuse after suspension; Morris returns to practice
Ryan Norton will start at kicker in Syracuse’s game against Maryland on Saturday at 3:30 p.m., head coach Scott Shafer announced Wednesday during the weekly Atlantic… Read more »
Defense reflects on bounce-back game versus Wake Forest
Jay Bromley knows that each week a different unit will step up. Against Tulane, it was the passing game. Against North Carolina State, it was… Read more »
Shafer's familiarity with 3-4 helps against spread offenses
There have been times in the past when Syracuse used a 3-4 as its base defense. Against West Virginia and Louisville — two fast teams… Read more »
Lester will remain in booth moving forward
Syracuse head coach Scott Shafer remembers the one time he wasn’t up in the box. As a defensive coordinator, he liked to be above the… Read more »
Dixon emerges as reliable punter after walking on to team in 2011
Riley Dixon used to kick so much that his kicking coach in high school would take his cleats, tie them together and throw them in… Read more »
ACC slates Syracuse-Florida State for 3:30 p.m. start on Nov. 16
Syracuse's Nov. 16 meeting with No. 3 Florida State will kick off at 3:30 p.m. in Tallahassee, Fla., and will be shown on either ABC,… Read more »
Bailey: Tactical adjustments put Syracuse in position to make bowl game
During six games this season, Cameron Lynch said he remembers looking to the sideline and feeling disappointed. Whether it was Marqez Hodge or Josh Kirkland,… Read more »
Touchdown pass highlights West's strong performance
Jarrod West knew he needed to play better. He was expected to emerge as the team’s No. 1 wide receiver following the departure of Alec… Read more »
Syracuse punters flounder in expanded role as placekickers
Scott Shafer called for a fake. The last time the Syracuse head coach let a punter attempt to placekick on Saturday, Jonathan Fisher booted an… Read more »
Wake Forest wide receivers struggle after Campanaro leaves with collarbone injury
On Tuesday, Syracuse head coach Scott Shafer compared Wake Forest wide receiver Michael Campanaro to NFL superstar Wes Welker. Small. Speedy. Sensational. The Orange spent… Read more »
Syracuse notches first shutout in conference play since 1996
Entering Syracuse’s 12:30 p.m. kickoff with Wake Forest, freshman defensive end Isaiah Johnson had two career total tackles. He’d only appeared in three games, most… Read more »
WAKING UP: Syracuse comes alive in 2nd half to beat Wake Forest after sloppy start
Terrel Hunt faked the handoff to Jerome Smith and plunged forward into the end zone. Syracuse finally scored. Someone finally scored. After 36 minutes of… Read more »
Syracuse retires McNabb's jersey at halftime of Wake Forest game
As Donovan McNabb's gaze crossed over his recently unveiled jersey hanging on the Carrier Dome wall above Section 330, a smile spread across his face.… Read more »
Live Blog: Syracuse-Wake Forest
Syracuse hosts Wake Forest in a crucial, Atlantic Coast Conference matchup on Parents Weekend on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. Follow our live blog here for… Read more »
McNabb likens Hunt to younger Boyd
Donovan McNabb has watched Terrel Hunt since his very first start at Syracuse. He’s been impressed by his diverse skill set — his arm, legs… Read more »
McNabb returns to Syracuse, reminisces about SU days
Donovan McNabb was back on the other side of the microphone Friday when the former Syracuse quarterback addressed the media at Manley Field House. McNabb,… Read more »
