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Thursday, February 28, 2013  The Syracuse Football Club, a group of former SU football players, is telling alumni to stop sending in donations toward Cain’s cause.

Tuesday, January 08, 2013  A person familiar with the selection process tells The Associated Press that Syracuse will name defensive coordinator Scott Shafer as the Orange's next coach.

Saturday, November 10, 2012  Syracuse football got the job done today in style at the Carrier Dome, beating #9 Louisville 45-26.

Wednesday, May 02, 2012  A former Syracuse Orange lineman is among three former professional football players charged in a South Florida tax refund and identity theft scheme.

Friday, October 21, 2011  In what was surely the biggest win since Doug Marrone took over as Head Coach, the Orange dominated West Virginia on both sides of the ball in a 49-23 victory in front of 45,265 fans at the Carrier Dome.

Saturday, September 24, 2011  Syracuse cornerback Kevyn Scott made an interception in the end zone on the first play of overtime, Ross Krautman kicked four field goals, including the 27-yard winner, and the Orange held off Toledo 33-30 on Saturday.

Saturday, September 10, 2011  Michael Acchione, a former Solvay Bearcat, helped SU Football fans relieve that Rhode Island anxiety with a huge touchdown catch with 8:34 remaining in the game, paving the way to a 21-14 Orange victory.

Monday, January 31, 2011  Former Syracuse University student-athlete Rob Long is halfway through his cancer treatment, and is telling his friends and fans he's feeling great.

Thursday, December 30, 2010  We salute you, Syracuse Orange.

Thursday, December 30, 2010  SU fans and supporters gathered in front of Yankee Stadium Thursday afternoon for a pep rally before the big game vs. Kansas State.

Wednesday, December 29, 2010  The Syracuse University football team will meet Kansas State with the George Steinbrenner trophy on the line Thursday in the inaugural New Era Pinstripe Bowl.

Monday, December 27, 2010  The weekend snowstorm that has snarled airports and highways has put a damper on travel plans, and travel to the Pinstripe Bowl in New York City has not been spared.

Thursday, December 02, 2010  The Syracuse Orange football team is officially going to a bowl game, and it'll play in a place familiar to many CNY sports fans.

Saturday, October 30, 2010  SU 31, Cincy 7

Friday, October 15, 2010  Fans headed to Saturday's football game at the Carrier Dome are urged to allow extra time to get there.