Syracuse heads into the game after a fairly dismal outing last week, at least in terms of offense. Tommy DeVito was unable to find the end zone and started off poorly. He settled into some really good throws, and made some plays to extend some drives, but he was bad in the Red Zone (at least half due to bad playcalling), and the offensive line didn't help him. Not to mention the fact that the defense had no reason not to go all in as no rusher was able to be a credible enough threat to move the ball to help him out. Either way, Syracuse was unable to find the end zone. I expect two adjustments in this game from last week. I expect better play calling by Syracuse in the game, but especially in the Red Zone. And next, I expect improvement from DeVito on throws. That is, if he manages to have time to throw. I don't expect any breakthroughs in the running game after the two top backs for the year opted out of the season. Either way, even if the defense plays another 3 great quarters like they did against UNC, it's unlikely unless Syracuse has a two score lead heading into the 4th quarter, Syracuse is again likely doomed. And the odds that happens is low. While Syracuse will again likely hang in for the first half, I think this will be a second half that is all Pitt. Panthers over Syracuse 37 to 16.
This game is again a good old nooner on The ACC Network. John and I will again be in the home offices. Send along any rules questions during the game as per usual. Enjoy as much as you can and GO ORANGE!
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