NC State hosts Syracuse as three-point underdog in crucial matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 12:33 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
NC State faces Syracuse in a pivotal college football game on November 9, 2026. Both teams enter needing wins to qualify for bowl eligibility, with NC State currently struggling at home against a 4-5 Syracuse team. The Orange are coming off an 18-13 loss to Clemson but had previous victories against UNC and SMU. This matchup is critical for postseason aspirations, as NC State also looks ahead to difficult road games following this contest.
- •NC State hosts Syracuse at Carter-Finley Stadium.
- •Syracuse is a slight favorite despite a 4-5 record.
- •Both teams need to win two out of their last three games.
- •Syracuse lost to Clemson in their last game.
- •NC State will face tough opponents in their final two regular season games.
- 12:33 PMYahoo Sports — NC State a three-point underdog to Syracuse
"So it’s come to this. Your season is so far off the rails that you’re an underdog at home to a 4-5 Syracuse team. That’s rough, man. And it’s hardly an unjustified line, given recent results, though SP+ actually likes NC State by a field goal instead. Both of these teams need wins in two […]
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