- Matchup: Syracuse Orange vs. Connecticut Huskies
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Venue: Pratt & Whitney Stadium, East Hartford, CT
- Broadcast: CBSSN
- Betting Odds: Huskies (+6.0)
- Over/Under: 51.5
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The Connecticut Huskies (2-2) are set to face off against the Syracuse Orange (1-2) at Pratt & Whitney Stadium on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The Huskies enter the contest as six-point underdogs according to Las Vegas bookmakers, with the total set at 51.5 points.
The Syracuse Orange are looking to improve their season record of 1-2 after losing 27-13 to the Pittsburgh Panthers in their most recent game. In that matchup, Syracuse attempted 38 rushing plays, accumulating 135 yards at an average of 3.6 yards per carry. Overall, they executed 71 plays, generating a total of 347 yards. On defense, the Orange allowed 10 completions out of 23 attempts, yielding 123 passing yards for a completion rate of 43.5%. Against the run, Syracuse surrendered 245 yards on 37 attempts, averaging 6.6 yards per rush.
For the season, the Orange have amassed a total of 1,298 yards. Regarding scoring, Syracuse has registered 5 touchdown passes and 6 rushing touchdowns while committing 5 turnovers. Offensively, they have landed 82 first downs but faced 36 penalties totaling 329 yards. The team’s rushing attack averages 164.0 yards per game, ranking them 64th nationally, and they score an average of 32.3 points per game.
On the defensive front, Syracuse ranks 35th, allowing 17.0 points per game. Opponents average 3.8 yards per carry, totaling 124.0 rushing yards per game against them. This season, they have given up 372 rushing yards over 3 games. In terms of passing defense, Syracuse has conceded 404 yards, placing them first in Division 1. They allow an average of 134.7 passing yards per game and a 55.2% completion percentage, ranking them 18th overall. The Orange have allowed 2 passing touchdowns
The Connecticut Huskies come into this game with a record of 2-2. In their last game, they suffered a close defeat against the Miami RedHawks, finishing 24-21. Connecticut ended the game with 361 total yards across 62 plays, averaging 5.8 yards per play. The Huskies achieved 146 rushing yards on 30 attempts, averaging 4.9 yards per carry, while restricting opponents to 89 rushing yards on 29 attempts (3.1 yards per rush). Their pass defense faced a completion percentage of 68.8%, allowing 325 yards on 22 of 32 attempts.
The Connecticut offense averages 422.8 yards per game, ranking them 55th in Division 1. They have accumulated 340 penalty yards from 33 infractions, which places them 24th in the nation for team penalties. Their rushing offense boasts an average of 181.8 yards per game, totaling 727 rushing yards so far. With 3 interceptions and 2 fumbles lost, they have accrued 82 first downs. In terms of scoring, the Huskies stand 49th nationally, putting up an average of 34.8 points per game. Thus far, Connecticut has also thrown for 964 passing yards, averaging 241.0 passing yards per game, which ranks 63rd in the nation.
On the defensive side, the Huskies have allowed 380 rushing yards (95.0 yards per game) and 6 touchdowns on the ground this season. They have given up 5 passing touchdowns and an average of 279.8 yards per game, putting them in the 132nd position in Division 1. Overall, 89 points have been scored against them, with their defense collecting 1 fumble recovery and 2 interceptions this year. The Huskies’ defense has been active on the field for 289 plays, ranking them 123rd in Division 1, and they allow an average of 22.3 points per game, which ranks 66th in the country.
Who will emerge victorious in this exciting college football encounter between the Orange and Huskies?
Prediction: Back the Orange -6.0
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