The Syracuse Orange, currently with a record of 5-1 and 2-1 in the conference, are concluding their three-game road series against the #19 ranked Pitt Panthers, who hold a perfect 6-0 record and are 2-0 in the ACC. This matchup is crucial for Syracuse as they aim to secure bowl eligibility in Fran Brown’s inaugural season while also keeping their ACC Championship aspirations alive.
Here’s a look at our predictions for the game:
Kevin (4-2): Pitt 34, Syracuse 28
Syracuse may face challenges without key players Marlowe Wax and Trebor Pena, making it difficult to secure a close win. I anticipate that this game will be tightly contested, with Pitt having a history of fourth-quarter comebacks. I believe they will pull ahead in the final minutes to maintain their undefeated streak.
Carson (4-1): Syracuse 31, Pitt 28
Syracuse tends to thrive under pressure, particularly during primetime games. I also believe that Pitt may be slightly overrated; out of their six victories, three were decided by a single score, and their wins against Kent State and Youngstown State were easy. Their only challenging match involved narrowly defeating a North Carolina team with a third-string quarterback. While Syracuse hasn’t faced top-tier opponents either, I think they have a solid chance against a Pitt team that still needs to prove itself against tougher rivals.
Mike (4-2): Syracuse 34, Pitt 27
The weather forecast suggests a mild evening around 60 degrees at kickoff, which favors the Orange offense’s aerial attack. This could be a prime opportunity for Justus Ross-Simmons to step up either as a deep threat or as a replacement for Pena. Ultimately, it will come down to the defense making a decisive stand at the end, taking lessons from past experiences to secure the win.
Dom (4-2): Pitt 38, Syracuse 28
Despite Syracuse’s strong offensive performance so far, I believe this game will see Pitt’s underrated defense and powerful offense halt the Orange’s recent success on the road. While it could be a close game, I think the challenging atmosphere at Pitt will play a significant role in their advantage.
Max (5-1): Syracuse 35, Pitt 27
The Orange have previously defied the odds by winning on the road against UNLV, and I believe they can do it again. Although this is Syracuse’s toughest matchup yet, it is equally challenging for Pitt, who have just one win against a team with a winning record. Kyle McCord is likely to throw three touchdown passes, helping Syracuse overcome their historical struggles in the Steel City in a tightly contested game broadcasted nationally.