Syracuse Football Falls Short with Last-Second Field Goal Loss: Game Highlights and Key Moments

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Syracuse Football Falls Short with Last-Second Field Goal Loss!

Fran Brown faced his first setback as head coach of Syracuse football on Friday night, as the Orange fell to Stanford, 26-24, with a field goal as time expired. The pivotal moment came on a crucial 4th-and-9 from Syracuse's 45-yard line with just 37 seconds left. The Orange needed to stop the Cardinal to secure the win, but cornerback Clarence Lewis found himself isolated against star wide receiver Elic Ayomanor. Stanford converted the play for 27 yards, positioning themselves for the game-winning kick.

Quarterback Kyle McCord had a mixed performance in his third game with Syracuse. He completed 27 of 42 passes for 339 yards, tossing two touchdowns and two interceptions, while also facing pressure, getting sacked four times. McCord showcased his athleticism with a thrilling 19-yard touchdown run, but there were also moments that left fans shaking their heads. Brent Axe provides an in-depth analysis of McCord’s performance and other key takeaways from the game.