Syracuse football edges UConn 42-41 in overtime thriller

Syracuse secured a narrow 42-41 victory over UConn in overtime on October 3, 2026. Amari Odom, making his first start at quarterback, led the Orange to a 34-14 lead before UConn rallied back to force overtime. After UConn scored first in the extra session, Odom connected with Umari Hatcher and successfully converted a two-point attempt to clinch the win. The game featured over 850 yards of combined offense, with standout performances from both quarterbacks and key contributions from receivers and running backs.

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