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USA Today
3 days ago
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2025 Syracuse Orange win total predictions, futures, over/under and odds
2025 Syracuse Orange win total predictions, futures, over/under and odds Oddsmakers have set an over/under of 5.5 wins for the Syracuse Orange this season, with -102 odds to go over that total. Last year, the Orange finished 10-3 and won the Holiday Bowl. Syracuse futures: win total over/under, odds College football odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Sunday at 3:26 a.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Over/Under: 5.5 5.5 Over Payout: -102 -102 Under Payout: -120 Syracuse splits - last season Syracuse took down Washington State 52-35 in the Holiday Bowl after finishing 10-3 in the regular season. The Orange posted five wins as favorites (in six games) and five wins as underdogs (in seven games). Syracuse was 7-2 in one-possession games, and won two games decided by three points or fewer (2-1). As seven-point (or fewer) favorites last season, the Orange posted a perfect 1-0 record. They were 4-1 when favored by 7.5 points or more. Syracuse total wins prediction Syracuse draft picks lost Oronde Gadsden II (165th Pick/Round 5/Chargers) (165th Pick/Round 5/Chargers) Kyle McCord (181st Pick/Round 6/Eagles) (181st Pick/Round 6/Eagles) LeQuint Allen (236th Pick/Round 7/Jaguars) (236th Pick/Round 7/Jaguars) Fadil Diggs (254th Pick/Round 7/Saints) Watch College Football on Fubo!
USA Today
27-05-2025
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- USA Today
Eagles 53-man roster projection ahead of OTAs, Mandatory minicamp
Eagles 53-man roster projection ahead of OTAs, Mandatory minicamp With the first of six OTA sessions set to begin within the hour, we're dropping an early, Eagles' 53-man roster prediction with a few surprises The NFL off-season is nearly complete, and after the schedule release, all eyes will turn to the end of the off-season workout program and the looming training camp at the NovaCare Complex. During free agency, Philadelphia made moves to strengthen some positions and fill pressing roster needs. The Eagles added ten talented rookies on NFL draft weekend, and they hit the practice field immediately with two days of rookie minicamp on Friday and Saturday. After watching 12 players depart in free agency, Roseman added two dynamic SEC linebackers, an All-American pass rusher, three offensive linemen, and an accomplished quarterback from Philadelphia. The defense has undergone an overhaul after defensive tackle Milton Williams (New England), Josh Sweat (Arizona), cornerback Darius Slay (Pittsburgh), cornerback Isaiah Rodgers (Minnesota), and linebacker Oren Burks (Cincinnati) all departed via free agency. With the first of six OTA sessions set to begin, we're dropping an early Eagles' 53-man roster prediction with a few surprises. QB: 3 Jalen Hurts Tanner McKee Kyle McCord- Drafted Rookie Philadelphia drafted Kyle McCord in the sixth round, and the expectation is that he'll beat out Dorian Thompson-Robinson for the third quarterback spot. RB: 4 Saquon Barkley A.J. Dillon Will Shipley Ben VanSumeren A.J. Dillon will replace Kenneth Gainwell in the lineup and battle Will Shipley for the backup running back spot. Ben VanSumeren will make the roster as a fullback. WR: 5 A.J. Brown DeVonta Smith Jahan Dotson Johnny Wilson Terrace Marshall Jr. Despite his struggles, Dotson played 649 offensive snaps during the regular season for Philadelphia, working as a No. 3 receiver behind A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. Dotson improved with time and had his most impactful game of the season during the Eagles' win over Kansas City in Super Bowl LIX, with two catches for 42 yards on three targets. The 2022 first-round pick could have an increased role for the 2025 season if Philadelphia moves on from Goedert. Terrace Marshall was signed to a one-year deal and offers elite athleticism from the slot. TE: 2 Dallas Goedert Grant Calcaterra Goedert is back on a reworked contract, and the Eagles had success moving tight ends on and off the practice squad for game days. OL: 10 Jordan Mailata Landon Dickerson Cam Jurgens Kenyon Green Lane Johnson Tyler Steen Kendall Lamm Laekin Vakalahi -Roster Exempt Drew Kendall- Drafted Rookie Myles Hinton-Drafted Rookie Cameron Williams- Drafted Rookie) DL: 6 Jalen Carter Moro Ojomo Jordan Davis Thomas Booker Byron Young Ty Robinson -Drafted Rookie Edge Rusher: 5 Bryce Huff Jalyx Hunt Azeez Ojulari Nolan Smith Jr. Antwaun Powell-Ryland Jr. -Drafted Rookie We have undrafted rookie Antwaun Powell-Ryland making the cut over Josh Uche, who could join the Eagles' practice squad. LB: 4 Zack Baun Nakobe Dean (PUP) Jeremiah Trotter Jr. Jihaad Campbell-Drafted Rookie Smael Mondon Jr. -Drafted Rookie Dean is rehabbing without a knee brace, but his initial diagnosis required several months of rehab before he could return to running and practicing. CB: 6 Quinyon Mitchell Cooper DeJean Kelee Ringo Eli Ricks Adoree' Jackson Mac McWilliams -- Drafted Rookie Safety: 4 Lewis Cine Reed Blankenship Sydney Brown Andrew Mukuba- Drafted Rookie An off-season spent with his former Georgia teammates could give Cine a competitive advantage over Tristin McCollum and Maxen Hook. Specialist: 4 Avery Williams Jake Elliott Braden Mann Charley Hughlett Williams is listed as a running back, but he'll replace Britain Covey in the return game.
USA Today
20-05-2025
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- USA Today
Eagles rookie Kyle McCord offers Nick Sirianni the most elite compliment possible
Eagles rookie Kyle McCord offers Nick Sirianni the most elite compliment possible Kyle McCord recently earned himself an interview and offered Nick Sirianni an elite compliment. There's no longer any need to attempt debating. Nick Sirianni has that dog in him that Jason Kelce once spoke about. Hungry hounds do indeed run faster. The Philadelphia Eagles' head coach has lapped the field. Had we not seen it for ourselves, some of the story might be hard to believe. Twelve months ago, people were calling for his job—fans, media, everyone. And if you said you always believed, you're probably lying to everyone else. Receipts have been stored and filed away. We all had our doubts. But, fast forward to the present, and nothing can be taken from this real-life 'Rocky Balboa'. Coach Sirianni peeled himself from the canvas and has added the phrase 'Super Bowl-winning head coach' to his resume. The Eagles awarded him with an extension and did so with one year remaining on his current deal. Rookie Kyle McCord speaks highly of Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni. Typically, speaking for others is a no-no. The liberty to do so will be taken here. Sometimes, it's good to be proven wrong, and Nick is the best example we have seen recently. The only constant in football is that things will often change. That's true of every level, and that's true of the media that covers this great game. Kyle McCord's football journey has taken him from Philly (St. Joseph's Preparatory) to Columbus (Ohio State Buckeyes). He transferred to Syracuse and led the Orange for one season. This past April, and was drafted by the Birds and will play in Philadelphia again as QB3 of the Eagles. Kay Adams was once an NFL Network mainstay. She now pilots her brand, Up & Adams. Recently, she invited Kyle McCord to sit with her as a guest. Howie Roseman and Philly didn't pursue or draft Kyle McCord by accident or show concern when Sirianni's approval rating fell. It appears the CEO head coach idea can work in the NFL. Howie's decision to stick with Nick paid off. Philly is again the defending Super Bowl champions. We can credit Coach Sirianni and the culture he has created for being part of the reason. Look no further than the words of a newly added rookie. McCord couldn't be in a better situation. He joins a QB room that includes Jalen Hurts, Tanner McKee, and Dorian Thompson-Robinson. It would be nice to be a fly on the wall for some of those meetings.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
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Jets Predicted to Draft Record-Breaking QB to Join Justin Fields
The New York Jets went just 5-12 in 2024, marking their ninth straight losing season, but there is hope that newly hired head coach Aaron Glenn will be able to come in and quickly turn things around. Of course, another big splash was signing free agent quarterback Justin Fields to a two-year, $40 million contract, who last season threw for 1,106 yards, five touchdowns and one interception for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Advertisement However, two years isn't a very long-term commitment and there's a belief that the Jets are still looking at other quarterback options, with Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic naming it a position of need in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft. That's why it doesn't come as much of a surprise that in a mock draft from ESPN, Jordan Reid predicts New York will select Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord with the No. 110 pick. Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord throws at the NFL combine.© Kirby Lee-Imagn Images McCord is coming off his best season at the collegiate level, completing 391-of-592 passes for 4,779 yards (most in ACC history), 34 touchdowns, 12 interceptions and a 148.8 passing efficiency rating. Advertisement Being drafted by the Jets could put him in a position to battle it out with 36-year-old Tyrod Taylor, who, in 94 career appearances, has thrown for 12,254 yards, 68 touchdowns, 29 interceptions and an 88.9 passer rating to be Fields' backup. If the Jets see a future with McCord, he would also still have two more years on his rookie contract by the time Fields is slated to become a free agent, meaning he could step into the team's starting role after extensive time learning on the bench. Related: Raiders Predicted to Sign Six-Time Pro Bowl WR
USA Today
10-05-2025
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- USA Today
Howie Roseman's pursuit of Kyle McCord was deliberate, not accidental
Howie Roseman's pursuit of Kyle McCord was deliberate, not accidental Kyle McCord's selection was no accident. The Eagles GM knew exactly what he was doing. His story is well-known. New Philadelphia Eagles rookie quarterback Kyle McCord is a Mount Laurel, New Jersey native. He attended St. Joseph's Preparatory. There, he teamed with another future Ohio State Buckeyes star, wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. He finished his high school career with 6,887 passing yards, a Philadelphia Catholic League record, and 88 touchdown passes. He spent his freshman season primarily backing up now-Houston Texans star C.J. Stroud at Ohio State. One thing led to another. One week before Christmas in 2023, he announced he would transfer to Syracuse to be the Orange's field general. That decision worked out. He led the ACC with 391 completions and 4,779 passing yards. He also tossed 34 TD passes en route to a Second-Team All-Conference nomination. Former Miami Hurricanes star and new Tennessee Titans signal-caller Cam Ward stopped him from being named to the First Team. Ward heard his name called first overall during the 2025 NFL Draft. McCord was taken 180 spots later in Round 6. That has sparked some discussion. Make no mistake, though. Howie Roseman and the Eagles wanted McCord. They had a plan to acquire him, which worked perfectly. Howie Roseman details the deliberate approach the Eagles took to acquiring Kyle McCord. Eagles, both current and former, are no strangers to The Rich Eisen Show. Recently, Howie Roseman was welcomed to the broadcast following the most recent NFL Draft. Everything was on the table, from Jihaad Campbell's surprise selection at 31 to Philly's fans and, of course, the Tush Push ban. Howie's take on the Kyle McCord selection was interesting. Let's say this isn't just someone the Birds wound up with. Howie and his staff had a plan. Philly's GM was particularly hands-on. He contacted Syracuse offensive coordinator Jeff Nixon for further evaluation and loved the feedback. '(He's a) really quick processor. The ball's coming out really quickly with anticipation and accuracy. You know, leading passer in the NCAA. You just go down his games this year, and it's like 340, 380, 390. I mean, it's unbelievable. He's throwing the ball all over the field.' McCord earns his opportunity to do what Kenny Pickett did last season: play for the team he grew up rooting for. Please make no mistake about it. The Eagles' organization has also watched what McCord has been doing. 'We know him really well. (He's a) St. Joe's prep graduate (and a) three-time state champion in high school. (He) goes to Ohio State. I think he had two career losses at Ohio State, you know, as a starter, and then goes to Syracuse and just performs really well there.' McCord is the first former Syracuse standout to be drafted by the Birds since Donovan McNabb. He joins a QB room led by the new Eagles offensive coordinator, Kevin Patullo. Parks Frazier is the passing game coordinator, and Scot Loeffler is the new quarterbacks coach. McCord will now bounce ideas off of them and teammates Jalen Hurts, Tanner McKee, and Dorian Thompson-Robinson. He's going to be just fine.
