One of the most well-known college football personalities discussed the Orange this week.
The Syracuse football team hits the road this weekend to take on the UConn Huskies.
Not only is Syracuse looking to end a two-game losing streak, but the Orange are still hoping achieve six wins this season, and this win would go a long way toward that happening.
Six wins qualifies an FBS team for a bowl game to conclude its season. Syracuse football has reached a bowl game just 11 times in the last 25 seasons.
Fox Sports media personality Chris "Bear" Fallica recently mentioned Syracuse football on his national show and his projections do not bode well for a future bowl game for Fran Brown and his team.
Who is Chris "Bear" Fallica?
Chris "Bear" Fallica is a host for Fox Sports' Bear Bets show along with serving as FOX's wagering analyst for their Big Noon Kickoff show.
Fallica spent nearly 30 years as the producer for ESPN's popular College Gameday show before joining Fox Sports in 2023.
What did the popular college football personality say about Syracuse football?
Fallica believes that this week is the best time to wager on under 4.5 wins for Syracuse. Fallica noted that Syracuse's schedule becomes much more difficult for the remainder of the season.
The Orange were projected by many sportsbooks this season at the 4.5 win mark.
Is Fallica's take correct?
That is still be determined. Fallica does bring up a strong case in that Syracuse's future opponents have exceeded projected expectations. The North Carolina Tar Heels take on Notre Dame this weekend, a potential showcase for both teams to display why they will be a strong foe for the Orange later in the season.
Clemson will take on the highest-ranked ACC team in the Miami Hurricanes. The Tigers may be able to show how improved the program is since their disappointing finish in 2025.
SMU, Louisville, and Virginia are all projected to favorite in future games against Syracuse.
NC State, and in particular Boston College, have had more consistent play on offense and have registered far less penalties than Syracuse through three games.
Despite the opinion upsetting Syracuse fans, Fallica's take could end up being correct with Syracuse football finishing with less than five total wins.
Where can you follow Saturday's action
CBS Sports Network will have the television coverage at 12:00 p.m. ET. On the audio side, fans can listen across multiple affiliates in New York State. In the Central New York area, the game will be broadcasted on the radio side on TK99/105 (99.5/100.5 FM) and WAER (88.3) and through Cuse.com.
Following the game, SyracuseRoundtable will be offering insight and takeaways from the afternoon contest.
