Syracuse football rallies for narrow overtime win against North Carolina
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Last updated Oct 26, 2026
Syracuse football edged North Carolina in Chapel Hill on October 24, 2026, securing a close victory in overtime. The Orange initially trailed 10-0 but responded by converting key fourth-down attempts. Despite struggles, Syracuse's defense held strong and made pivotal stops, ultimately allowing them to pull ahead in a must-win ACC clash. This win aims to instill confidence in a challenging season as they look to build momentum moving forward.
- •Syracuse overcame a 10-0 deficit to win in overtime
- •Head coach Fran Brown was aggressive with fourth-down calls
- •Jeff Nixon connected with Umari Hatcher for a key touchdown
- •Defensive grades improved significantly compared to the season
- •The win comes amid a struggling season for the Orange
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