Syracuse Orange is 0-0 on the season, 0-0 against the spread, and holds a power rating of -5.3. Syracuse Orange enters the season with a power rating of -5.3, placing them below average relative to the FBS midpoint. The Syracuse Orange host New Hampshire next in Week 1. In 2025, Syracuse Orange went 3-9 overall, 4-8 against the spread, and 6-6 on totals.
In Week 0 of 2026 the Syracuse Orange Power Rating of -5.3 is 5.5 points below the FBS average according to Blue Chip Analytics. Syracuse Orange have logged 0 miles of travel so far, out of a season total of 4,255 miles, ranking 119th heaviest in the FBS.
| Week | Opponent | Distance | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 0 | — | Bye | |
| Week 1 | New Hampshire | Home | 0 mi |
| Week 2 | California | Home | 0 mi |
| Week 3 | Pittsburgh | 269 mi | 537 mi |
| Week 4 | — | Bye | |
| Week 5 | UConn | 200 mi | 938 mi |
| Week 6 | Virginia | 367 mi | 1,672 mi |
| Week 7 | Louisville | Home | 1,672 mi |
| Week 8 | North Carolina | 516 mi | 2,704 mi |
| Week 9 | SMU | Home | 2,704 mi |
| Week 10 | Clemson | Home | 2,704 mi |
| Week 11 | NC State | 518 mi | 3,740 mi |
| Week 12 | Boston College | 258 mi | 4,255 mi |
| Week 13 | Notre Dame | Home | 4,255 mi |
| Week 14 | — | Bye | |
| Week 15 | — | Bye | |
| Week 16 | — | Bye | |
The entire season hinges on Steve Angeli's return from a torn Achilles. He was leading the nation in passing yards (1,317) before his 2025 injury, and the offense collapsed without him, scoring 18 or fewer points in all eight losses. If Angeli is fully healthy, Syracuse has a chance to rejuvenate the Fran Brown era. If not, the backup options (Amari Odom, Malachi Nelson) are unproven, and the offense could again struggle to move the ball.
Syracuse returns zero players with more than 130 rushing or receiving yards from last season. The receiving corps lost 5-star freshman Calvin Russell III to a torn Achilles in March, making Miami (Ohio) transfer Cole Weaver and former LSU running back Ju'Juan Johnson critical newcomers. The offensive line is experienced and bolstered by Houston transfer David Ndukwe, but the skill group must prove it can produce at an ACC level.
Syracuse ranked 132nd out of 136 FBS teams in yards per carry allowed (5.3) last season. New defensive coordinator Vince Kehres brings a variable scheme (4-3 and 3-4 bases) and three key transfers: Dillan Fontus (Maryland), Keyshawn Johnson (UT-Martin), and Tunmise Adeleye (UNLV). The interior linebackers, Chris D'Appolonia and Antoine Deslauriers, must lead communication and improve run fits for the defense to take a step forward.
Placekicker Tripp Woody is a reliable weapon, having made 12 of 14 field goals last season, including all 10 attempts inside 40 yards. However, the Orange must replace standout punter Jack Stonehouse. Highly touted freshman Jimmy Gregg is expected to take over, and his performance will be a key factor in field position battles throughout the season.
Syracuse opens at home against New Hampshire, a game that should allow the team to build confidence and work out kinks in a controlled environment. With a dome stadium providing consistent conditions and a manageable early opponent, the Orange have an opportunity to establish rhythm on offense and install the new defensive scheme before facing tougher ACC competition.
Syracuse Orange is 0-0 against the spread in the 2026 season.
Syracuse Orange holds a Blue Chip Analytics power rating of -5.3, representing their expected point margin against an average FBS team on a neutral field.
Syracuse Orange's home field advantage rating is 2.5 points, the venue adjustment Blue Chip Analytics applies for games at their home stadium.
Syracuse Orange travels 4,255 miles in the 2026 season, ranking 119th heaviest in the FBS.
Cumulative travel distance counts both the outbound and return journey for every away game. For example, if a team travels 374 miles to play an away game, Blue Chip Analytics counts 748 miles (374 miles there, 374 miles back) toward the cumulative total. Home games and bye weeks add zero miles. The per-week Distance column shows the one-way distance only, as the return trip happens after the game is played.
Syracuse Orange: 0-0 overall, 0-0 ATS, power rating -5.3.
