Nine final takeaways from Syracuse football’s upset over SMU
Brian O'Malley
Brian O'Malley
Sports Reporter · Liverpool, NY
Brian has dedicated over eight years to covering high school athletics across Central New York, previously writing for the Post-Standard. He is a former high school athlete himself, which gives him a unique perspective on the triumphs and challenges young athletes face in the community.
More from Brian →Sports Reporter · Monday, November 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM · 1 min read
Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse running back Ahmad Miller’s introduction to the Orange fanbase came in the second week of the season, when he was blown up so badly in pass protection that it became one of the most memorable plays in a loss to California and a major worry for the Orange offense.