Another national embarrassment: Syracuse football routed at Virginia Tech, 38-10 (final score, recap)

Syracuse, N.Y. — The Syracuse football team is set to face off against Virginia Tech at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Virginia on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. You can watch the game on ESPN. Keep up with team and individual stats during the game on our website. Don’t forget to refresh this page for the latest updates.

Final Score: Virginia Tech 38, Syracuse 10

The signs of trouble started in the first quarter when a player expressed frustration by kicking a chair on the sideline, and the offensive linemen wore visible signs of frustration on their faces. It seems that nobody is happy with the current state of affairs in the Syracuse football program.

The Orange suffered their fourth consecutive loss, leaving them winless in ACC play with an 0-4 record. This is their worst start in the league since 2019, when they lost their first five ACC games, including a humiliating 58-27 defeat against Boston College. The poor performance prompted head coach Dino Babers to fire his defensive coordinator the following day, marking the first major change in his program after three years of gradual progress.

Four years later, Babers is still trying to fix the issues and cover up the weaknesses in his team. It can be frustrating to witness, but the reality is that Syracuse remains winless after four conference games and will soon face Boston College at home in early November.

After the 2019 season, Babers made changes to his coaching staff, including demoting a longtime assistant and hiring two new coordinators. Unfortunately, these changes were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the team ended up with a dismal 1-10 record. One coordinator thrived, while the other had conflicts with players and saw his influence on the offense diminish. He was not retained for a third season.

Throughout the years, Babers has had to make adjustments to his quarterback lineup and coaching staff to try and find the right formula for success. In 2019, the team started 6-0 for the first time in 35 years, but key injuries and a tougher schedule brought them closer to a .500 record by the end of the season.

Now, with only four games remaining, there don’t seem to be many more moves left for Babers to make. He has been trying to orchestrate the right strategies and decisions to achieve the results that brought him success in the past, but so far, it hasn’t worked out.

In the fourth quarter, Virginia Tech maintained control of the game, running down the clock with their second-string players. Syracuse struggled to make plays and went three-and-out several times throughout the game.

By the end of the game, Virginia Tech emerged as the victors with a final score of 38-10. Syracuse’s offense faced numerous challenges and lacked productivity, resulting in their disappointing loss.

The second half of the game continued to be dominated by Virginia Tech. Syracuse’s defense struggled to contain the Hokies’ offense, allowing them to score field goals and extend their lead.

During the halftime break, it became evident that Syracuse’s performance had been lackluster and disappointing. The coaching staff failed to prepare the team adequately, and all three aspects of the game – offense, defense, and special teams – faltered. This game could mark a turning point in the season for Coach Babers and his team.

In the second quarter, Virginia Tech gained more control over the game. Syracuse failed to generate offense and only managed a few first downs. Meanwhile, the Hokies capitalized on Syracuse’s defensive weaknesses and extended their lead.

As the first half came to a close, Syracuse’s offensive struggles were apparent. The team had less than 60 yards of total offense and averaged a measly 2.3 yards per play. The coaching staff will need to make significant adjustments during the halftime break to turn the game around.

The second quarter was largely dominated by Virginia Tech. They capitalized on defensive injuries in the Syracuse lineup to score touchdowns and field goals consistently.

Syracuse had a few bright moments in the game, including a solid pass play and a successful field goal attempt. However, overall, they struggled to maintain possession and convert on third downs.

As the game progresses, it’s clear that Syracuse is facing an uphill battle. Virginia Tech is executing their plays effectively and taking advantage of Syracuse’s defensive weaknesses.

At halftime, the score stands at Virginia Tech 30, Syracuse 3. The Orange will need to regroup and make significant improvements in the second half if they hope to turn the tide.

Throughout the game, Syracuse continued to face challenges on both offense and defense. Virginia Tech capitalized on Syracuse’s mistakes and maintained their lead.

The game ended with a final score of Virginia Tech 38, Syracuse 10. Syracuse’s struggles and deficiencies were evident, leaving fans and observers concerned about the team’s performance moving forward.

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