Syracuse football faces three ranked opponents in upcoming season

Syracuse football is set to compete against three opponents ranked in the AP Top 25 preseason poll. The Orange will face Notre Dame at #4, SMU at #19, and Louisville at #24. Other opponents such as Clemson, Pittsburgh, California, and Virginia also received votes in the poll. The season’s initial rankings may shift as some teams have the potential to rise before facing Syracuse. Coaches and analysts will be monitoring the rankings closely as the season approaches, particularly for teams like SMU and Louisville if they perform well early on.

• 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Syracuse football: Orange to face three Top 25 squads