The anticipation for the upcoming 2024 Syracuse Orange football season is at an all-time high as the finalized schedule promises an exciting lineup of games, showcasing Fran Brown’s D.A.R.T. work ethic to Orange Nation right from the start.
Extended Home Comfort
Syracuse University will enjoy the luxury of playing four early home games at the Dome, offering fans ample opportunities to rally behind their team before hitting the road in October. Additionally, the Orange will host seven games at their soon-to-be-renovated home, providing a thrilling atmosphere for players and fans alike.
Syracuse Orange Notable Matchups
Mark your calendars for these exciting matchups:
- Saturday, August 31 vs Ohio Bobcats
- Saturday, September 7 vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
- Friday, September 20 vs Stanford Cardinal
- Saturday, September 28 vs Holy Cross Crusaders (FCS)
- Saturday, October 5 at University of Nevada Las Vegas
- Saturday, October 12 at NC State Wolfpack
- Thursday, October 24 at University of Pittsburgh
- Saturday, November 2 vs Virginia Tech Hokies
- Saturday, November 9 at Boston College Eagles
- Saturday, November 16 at California Golden Bears
- Saturday, November 23 vs UConn Huskies
- Saturday, November 30 vs Miami Hurricanes
Prime Time Showdowns
Prepare for the excitement of primetime matchups, including the highly anticipated clash against Stanford on Friday, September 20, and the thrilling battle at Pitt on a Thursday night following the second bye week.
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Schedule Adjustments
Notable adjustments include the agreement between Syracuse and UConn, altering the originally scheduled road contest to a home game. However, concerns arise regarding the season’s conclusion with back-to-back home games during Thanksgiving break, potentially impacting student attendance.
Season Outlook
Despite the schedule’s back-loaded nature with two bye weeks, the 2024 season holds immense promise for the Syracuse football program. With a significant influx of talent and favorable matchups sans formidable opponents like Clemson, Florida State, and Notre Dame, this season presents a golden opportunity for Syracuse to make a substantial impact on the gridiron.
