Clash at JMA Wireless Dome: Syracuse Orange vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders in College Football Showdown

As the Syracuse Orange prepare to host the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders at the JMA Wireless Dome, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be a riveting college football matchup. The game is set against a backdrop of high expectations following the Orange's dominant performance on September 1, where they crushed their opponents with an impressive 50-7 victory.

The previous game's statistics paint a picture of a team that is both aggressive and efficient. The Syracuse offense amassed an astounding 582 total yards, with their passing game accounting for 431 yards. Their average gain per play was just over six yards, which indicates that they were consistently moving the ball forward and keeping their opponents on their heels. With such offensive prowess, it's no surprise that they managed to score six touchdowns.

SYR's rushing attack also proved effective in their last outing, contributing three touchdowns and averaging almost four yards per carry. This balanced attack between air and ground games suggests that SYR has the ability to adapt its strategy based on what the defense presents them.

Defensively, SYR showed they could hold their own by limiting Central Connecticut State University Blue Devils to just seven points in their previous encounter. With one sack recorded and a forced fumble leading to recovery by SYR’s defense, it’s clear that disrupting plays behind the line of scrimmage will be key against MTS.

However, MTS should not be underestimated as an opponent; every game is different and past performance does not guarantee future results. It will be crucial for SYR to maintain discipline regarding penalties after accruing four for 28 yards last time out – these can easily shift momentum in close contests.

Looking ahead at this upcoming contest scheduled for September 9th at 7:30 PM EST at JMA Wireless Dome – fans should expect another strong showing from Syracuse Orange if they can replicate or improve upon their previous performance levels across all facets of play.

For those unable to attend in person, you won't have to miss any action as ESPN3 will broadcast this exciting college football event live from Syracuse.