Syracuse Orange
2024 Season Results

Syracuse Orange — 2024 Season Review

The Syracuse Orange completed the 2024 season with a 10-3 overall record under head coach Fran Brown, navigating a outstanding campaign as a member of the ACC. The program averaged 34.1 points per game while allowing 29.2 points per contest across 13 games.

The highlight reel included a 42-14 victory at home against Holy Cross Crusaders, a 52-35 victory against Washington State Cougars at a neutral site, and a 38-22 victory at home against Ohio Bobcats. These signature victories defined the trajectory of the Syracuse Orange's season and demonstrated the team's competitive resolve.

The setbacks included a narrow 24-26 defeat to Stanford Cardinal and a narrow 31-37 defeat to Boston College Eagles. Despite the losses, the coaching staff used each result as a teaching moment to develop the roster for the remainder of the schedule.

The Syracuse Orange went 5-3 in ACC competition during 2024, battling through a demanding conference slate that featured several tightly contested games. Every week in the ACC presented a unique challenge that shaped the identity of the program based in Syracuse, NY.

The postseason brought DirecTV Holiday Bowl: W 52-35, capping the 2024 campaign. The bowl game provided one final opportunity for the Syracuse Orange to compete on a national stage and represent the program before the offseason began.

The Syracuse Orange finished 6-1 in home games and 3-2 away from home during the 2024 season. The split between home and road performance provided insight into the team's ability to handle different environments throughout the schedule.

The offense found its stride as the season progressed, scoring 240 points in the second half of the schedule compared to 203 in the first half. Defensively, the unit allowed 29.2 points per game, a mark that played a significant role in determining the outcome of close contests throughout the 2024 campaign.

Looking at the full body of work, the Syracuse Orange posted a 10-3 record in 2024, which showcased the program at its best. Across 13 games, the team battled with opponents with a scoring margin of +4.9 points per game. These results positioned the program for future success.