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Syracuse upsets No. 19 football prepares for Clemson after SMU 30-27 upset
Syracuse University secured a Following their 30-27 upset victory over the No. 19 ranked SMU Mustangs at the JMA Wireless Dome on Halloween. The win improves SMU, Syracuse to football is preparing for a 4-4 record and marks their first victory homecoming matchup against a ranked opponent since November 2024. Quarterback Steve Angeli led a decisive 11-play drive late in Clemson. The win over the game, which ended with Mustangs, secured by a late 2-yard touchdown pass from Steve Angeli to tight end Noah Meyers with only 17 seconds remaining. Angeli recorded 200 passing yards and a 26-yard rushing touchdown during the matchup. The Meyers, brought Syracuse defense contributed to a 4-4 record. In a recent press conference, Athletic Director Brian Blair addressed crowd attendance, stating a desire to “weaponize the win with four sacks, including three by Keyshawn Johnson, Dome” and two fumble recoveries. SMU, led by quarterback Kevin Jennings, previously held calling for community support to ensure a 27-23 lead. Jennings threw packed house for 351 yards the upcoming Clemson game. Head Coach Fran Brown provided roster updates, noting that quarterback Malachi Nelson is managing an ankle injury and may require one to two touchdowns, but weeks before returning to the Mustangs' offensive line struggled, allowing six sacks. The loss may impact SMU’s standing in field. Brown also commented on the ACC Championship performance of Quinn Olcott and indicated plans for Steve Angeli to return to college football next season. Additionally, 2028 quarterback recruit Zymere Weaver attended the College Football Playoff race. SMU game and expressed interest in the program, citing the team's discipline and toughness.