Match Analysis: Syracuse Orange vs Colgate Raiders – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-12
- Time: 11:00 PM UTC
- Location: Syracuse, New York
Game Overview
The Syracuse Orange will host the Colgate Raiders on September 12, 2025, continuing a long-standing football rivalry marked by Syracuse's dominance, including a current 17-game winning streak against Colgate that dates back to 1951. Syracuse is a Division I-A team with a significantly higher competitive level compared to Colgate's Division I-AA status, which heavily influences the match dynamics. The last meeting in 2023 ended with a commanding 65-0 win for Syracuse, underscoring the expected disparity in team strength and performance.
Key Factors to Consider
- Syracuse consistently outperforms Colgate, evidenced by a 17-game winning streak in football since 1951. The Orange displayed strong offensive and defensive capabilities in their latest meeting, bludgeoning Colgate 65-0. Colgate historically has struggled against Syracuse at this level and division, with minimal recent successes.
- The all-time series stands closely, 32โ31โ5 in favor of Syracuse, but Syracuse's dominance has been absolute since 1951, including a largest victory margin of 71-0 in 1959. There have been 68 total meetings with Syracuse controlling recent matchups decisively.
- No specific injury information available from current data; thus, no impact assessment can be reliably made.
- The game is played in Syracuse's home venue, which adds home-field advantage. Rivalry proximity (about 38 miles apart) might increase local fan turnout and atmosphere intensity, potentially boosting Syracuse's motivation.
- Syracuse looks to continue maintaining their dominant streak in this rivalry and to start the season strong following recent decisive victories. Colgate aims to challenge expectations but historically has had limited success, which may temper their confidence.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Syracuse Orange: -2000, Colgate Raiders: +1200 | Syracuse Orange | โ โ โ โ โ 95% |
| Spread | Syracuse Orange: -37.5 at -110, Colgate Raiders: +37.5 at -110 | Syracuse Orange -37.5 | โ โ โ โ โ 85% |
| Over/under | Over 66.5: -110, Under 66.5: -110 | Over 66.5 | โ โ โ โ โ 75% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Home 0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 66.5 34% |
๐ฅ Best Value Pick: Over 66.5 at 34% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 37% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Syracuse is heavily favored to win this matchup decisively, given their historical dominance, recent match results, and the spread odds indicating a strong expected margin.
Predicted Score: Syracuse Orange 69 – Colgate Raiders 21