Syracuse adds 5 new players to roster
Five new players were added to a roster distributed to media at Syracuse's practice Wednesday. Troy Green, a freshman quarterback from Skaneateles, N.Y., highlights the… Read more »
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Kinder lines up as wide receiver on 2nd day of practice
After taking snaps at quarterback with the third team on the first day of training camp, John Kinder is apparently no longer even playing the… Read more »
After Manning camp, Morris looks to lead Hurricanes to ACC title
GREENSBORO, N.C. – Miami quarterback Stephen Morris swiveled his head toward each reporter who rifled a question in his direction. Some asked about Miami’s new… Read more »
ACC commissioner welcomes Syracuse, Pittsburgh to league
GREENSBORO, N.C. — As John Swofford stood in front of the assembled media at the Atlantic Coast Conference Football Kickoff he reminisced on the year… Read more »
Postgame: Former Syracuse athletes fight stereotypes in struggles for graduation, employment after end of playing days
They’ve become teachers, businessmen and athletic trainers. In their college years, these men played for Syracuse football or basketball. Some of them made it to… Read more »
Perles officially announced as SU's new offensive line coach
Former Kansas City Chiefs assistant Pat Perles is the Orange's new offensive line coach, SU Athletics announced on its website late Friday afternoon. “I have… Read more »
Quartersnack options: Whether a Ravens or 49ers fan, preparing creative new dishes can make this Super Bowl Sunday one for the ages
Guacamole with Blue Cheese and Almonds I know this sacrilegious guacamole combination has some guacamole purists shaking their heads, but trust me — you have… Read more »
Moore, Daoust to remain on Syracuse coaching staff
Wide receivers coach Rob Moore and defensive line coach Tim Daoust will continue to coach Syracuse this coming season, SU Athletics announced Thursday. With the… Read more »
Shafer to lead Orange with intensity, put 'fear of God' into opponents
With the passion that’s marked his career in football, Scott Shafer stepped behind a podium for the first time as Syracuse’s head coach and gave… Read more »
Quarterback recruit Zach Allen works to keep recruiting class together, praises new head coach Shafer
Zach Allen has been working the phones, talking to who he hopes are his future Syracuse teammates and selling them on the program they all… Read more »
Deon Goggins to play in NFLPA all-star game
Deon Goggins plans to play in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl on Jan. 19. He is listed on the Bowl’s website as a defensive tackle, nose… Read more »
Upon Shafer's promotion, a reflection on the last 64 years of head coaches
1949-73 Ben Schwartzwalder (153-91-3) – Schwartzwalder coached Syracuse to an undefeated season and a national championship in 1959. He finished at .500 or better in… Read more »
For Syracuse's Diabate and Reddish, Pinstripe Bowl represents homecoming
NEW YORK – For four years, Siriki Diabate took the 4 train right past Yankee Stadium and down to 125th Street, where he’d hop on… Read more »
Pinstripe Bowl ticket sales higher than in 2010, apparel sales drop
The Pinstripe Bowl on Saturday is expected to have the largest crowd in its three-year history. “We have approximately 50 seats remaining to sell. They… Read more »
Familiarity between Syracuse, West Virginia adds rivalry vibes to Pinstripe Bowl
NEW YORK – It’s a bowl game without the element that makes these college football showcases so unique. Syracuse and West Virginia have a deep-rooted… Read more »
Winter storm moves WVU practice; Mountaineers center out; Syracuse players tour NYC
NEW YORK – The bitter cold left Syracuse shivering during its two-hour practice Wednesday, while the start of a winter storm forced West Virginia’s practice… Read more »
Lingerie football represents future of American sports
’Tis the season for college football bowl games. For about a month, college football will take center stage as powerhouse giants. Teams such as the… Read more »
Division-II free safety Miles endures tough journey through football with brother
Every muscle of Rontez Miles’ 6-foot-1-inch, 210-pound body is the product of a hometown and childhood littered with drugs, violence and betrayal. He is also… Read more »
Forget Regis: Syracuse University boasts talent primed for daytime TV
Kelly Ripa just got sacked — in a good way. In a week that featured the return of Peyton Manning, the debut of Robert Griffin… Read more »
Recovery act: After 2-year postseason ban, USC back in national championship hunt
On Jan. 10, 2009, Pete Carroll stepped down as USC head coach. The resignation started a period of turmoil for the Trojans. Rumors had been… Read more »
Fall sports capsules: 2012 outlook for 6 Syracuse programs
Football Head coach: Doug Marrone, fourth season, 17-20 2011 record: 5-7 (1-6 Big East) Key returnees: QB Ryan Nassib, LT Justin Pugh, WR Alec Lemon, SS Shamarko Thomas, LB Dan Vaughan, LB Marquis Spruill, DT… 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 »
Veterans of Syracuse defense determined to improve off of disappointing 2011 season
Shamarko Thomas means no disrespect to Chandler Jones when he says Syracuse’s defense is tighter this year. Jones was a first-round pick in the NFL… Read more »
Spruill moves to outside linebacker; Hickey to fill in for injured Pugh at offensive tackle
Marquis Spruill admitted he prefers playing middle linebacker. He spent just one season at outside linebacker, his freshman year at Syracuse in 2010, in his… Read more »
