Syracuse Orange's Late Surge Falls Short Against SMU Mustangs in Dallas

The Syracuse Orange faced off against the SMU Mustangs at Gerald J. Ford Stadium, resulting in a 31-18 victory for the home team. The Orange now hold a record of 3-3, while the Mustangs improve to 3-2.

First Quarter

The game began with both teams testing each other's defenses. The Mustangs managed to put points on the board first with a field goal, ending the quarter at 3-0 in favor of SMU. Syracuse's defense held strong initially, with players like Davien Kerr making key interceptions.

Second Quarter

The second quarter saw an offensive explosion from SMU as they scored three touchdowns, extending their lead significantly. Despite this surge from the Ponies, Syracuse managed to respond with a field goal by Tripp Woody, bringing some momentum back to their side before halftime.

Third Quarter

Both teams struggled offensively during the third quarter as defenses tightened up on both ends. Jamie Tremble stood out for Cuse with his sack and tackle for loss that helped keep SMU scoreless during this period.

Fourth Quarter

In an attempt to stage a comeback, Syracuse rallied late in the fourth quarter scoring two touchdowns and converting one extra point successfully. Rickie Collins led this charge with his dual-threat capabilities contributing both through passing and rushing plays but ultimately fell short as time ran out on their efforts.

As we look forward to future matchups after this post-game report Syracuse Orange fans can anticipate another exciting game when they host Pittsburgh Panthers at JMA Wireless Dome scheduled for October 18th at 1:00 PM EDT where it will be available for viewing via local broadcasts or streaming services online.

For more insights into these games including detailed player performances check out our full Syracuse Orange vs SMU Mustangs recap along with other reviews such as our comprehensive post-game analysis which provides final thoughts about how each team performed throughout all four quarters! Share your thoughts below or spread word about what you’ve read here today!