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Syracuse players and fans celebrate in a field storming after the Orange knocked off No. 8 Miami. SU’s win over the Hurricanes marked its first AP Top-10 victory since 2017 and third in the last 22 seasons.

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Running back LeQuint Allen Jr. fights through a tackle attempt by Miami linebacker Francisco Mauigoa. Allen Jr. recorded 143 all-purpose yards and two rushing touchdowns in Syracuse’s victory.

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Linebacker Justin Barron rears over the Hurricanes’ offensive line in anticipation of the ensuing snap. Barron notched five total tackles and helped the Orange limit Miami's explosive offense to a few key stops.

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Miami quarterback Cam Ward stands under center a second before the snap. The presumed Heisman Trophy finalist and highly-touted 2025 NFL Draft prospect scored two touchdowns and tossed 349 passing yards in the Hurricanes’ defeat.

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SU quarterback Kyle McCord pans left before taking a shot at the end zone. McCord capped his historic season with 380 passing yards and three touchdowns against Miami, shattering the program’s single-season passing records in the process.

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Syracuse wide receiver Jackson Meeks tip-toes the sideline to record a reception. Meeks finished his stellar senior year with style, scoring two pivotal touchdowns on seven receptions for 110 yards.

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SU fans turn jubilant after the Orange’s triumph over the Hurricanes. It was the first time fans rushed the JMA Wireless Dome field for a football game since 2022, when then-No. 18 Syracuse upset then-No. 15 NC State.

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Syracuse supporters celebrate following a late touchdown score to push the Orange ahead. After falling behind 21-0, SU completed its largest comeback in program history to escape with a four-point win.

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Fans flood the field to celebrate with the team after the clock hit triple zeroes. Syracuse’s defense forced a field goal with minutes to play, and its offense ran out the clock to seal the game.

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The Orange’s offense convenes after Jackson Meeks’ first touchdown score in the second quarter. SU tied for its second-most points this season with 42, matching its win over Holy Cross and falling just short of its 44 against UNLV.