Syracuse football struggles in close loss to Virginia on October 10

Syracuse faced Virginia on October 10, 2026, starting their third-string quarterback. Despite a promising first drive and a midway lead, Syracuse's offensive mistakes and penalties hindered their scoring potential. The team had opportunities to increase their lead before the halftime but failed to convert key plays, leading to a second-half slump. The loss drops Syracuse to 2-3 in the season and raises concerns about their performance under pressure after strong finishes in 2024.

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