Syracuse Orange Outlast UConn Huskies in Overtime Showdown

The Syracuse Orange secured a hard-fought victory against the UConn Huskies with a final score of 27-20. This win brings both teams to an even record of 1-1 for the season. The game, held at the JMA Wireless Dome, was attended by 39,391 fans who witnessed an intense battle that extended into overtime.

First Quarter

The opening quarter saw both defenses holding strong, resulting in a scoreless period. The Orange's defensive line was particularly effective, with Kevin Jobity Jr. making his presence felt early on with crucial tackles and pressure on the Huskies' quarterback.

Second Quarter

Action picked up in the second quarter as UConn managed to put up 14 points on the board while Syracuse responded with two field goals from Tripp Woody. Despite trailing at halftime, Cuse's offense showed promise through Steve Angeli’s precise passing game.

Third Quarter

UConn extended their lead slightly in the third quarter by adding another field goal to their tally. However, Syracuse's defense remained resilient; Gary Bryant led with seven tackles and played a pivotal role in keeping the Huskies from further extending their lead.

Fourth Quarter

The fourth quarter belonged to Syracuse as they mounted an impressive comeback scoring two touchdowns. Yasin Willis ran for one touchdown while Steve Angeli connected with Justus Ross-Simmons for another crucial score that tied up the game and forced it into overtime.

Overtime

In overtime, it was all about execution under pressure for Cuse. A well-timed play saw Angeli once again finding Ross-Simmons for what would be his second touchdown reception of the day—sealing victory for Syracuse Orange post-match stats show this decisive play contributed significantly to their win.

Looking ahead, fans can catch more action when Syracuse hosts Colgate Raiders at JMA Wireless Dome on September 12th at 7:00 PM EDT; tune into ACC Network for live coverage of this upcoming clash between these teams! Share your thoughts and join us next time as we continue following every moment of this exciting season!