Syracuse Orange will cross swords with the South Florida Bulls in the Boca Raton Bowl as both sides look to sting their opposition after becoming bowl-eligible in their final games of the season.
Syracuse Orange needed a crucial victory against Wake Forest as they defeated them 35-31 to gain a ticket to the Boca Raton Bowl. Despite a stumble in form off late, the Orange will be confident of thumping their opposition having scored 25.4 points per game and conceding 23.8 points per game.
The South Florida Bulls are 6-6 and are 5th in the American Standings. In the 10 games between the two sides, the Bulls have won eight encounters and they'll be confident of continuing their scintillating streak against their rivals. They dismantled Charlotte 48-14 in their last encounter giving them a major boost before the intriguing clash.
Syracuse Orange vs South Florida Bulls: Date and Kick-off time
| Date: | December 21, 2023 |
| Kick-off time: | 8:00 pm ET / 5:00 pm PT |
| Stadium: | FAU Stadium |
The Syracuse Orange will welcome the South Florida Bulls to the FAU Stadium in Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida. The two sides will meet on December 21, 2023, and will kick-start the game at 8:00 pm ET / 5:00 pm PT in the US.
Where to watch Syracuse Orange vs South Florida Bulls?
The Boca Raton Bowl fixture between Syracuse Orange and South Florida Bulls will be available to watch on ESPN+ for $11 a month or $110 per year.
Syracuse Orange vs South Florida Bulls Tickets
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Syracuse Orange vs South Florida Bulls Betting Prediction
| Favorite | Syracuse |
| Spread (ODDS) | -2.5 (-110) |
| Favourite Moneyline | -130 |
| Underdog Moneyline | +110 |
| Total | 56.5 |
| Over Moneyline | -111 |
| Under Moneyline | -111 |
Syracuse Orange vs South Florida Bulls key players
Syracuse Orange key players
- Quarterback Garrett Shrader has garnered the highest passing yards with 1686 with a completion percentage of 62.6%. He averages 7.9 yards per pass attempt alongside 13 touchdowns, 6 interceptions, and 25 sacks.
- LeQuint Allen has also been integral for the Syracuse Orange with 1,061 yards, 9 touchdowns, 4.7 yards per rush, and 36 receptions.
- In defense, Marlowe Wax has 99 total tackles and 4.0 sacks and Justin Barron has accumulated 82 tackles, 0.5 sacks, and 2 interceptions.
South Florida Bulls key players
- Byrum Brown has the highest passing yards for the visitors with 3078 with a 64.3% completing percentage and the longest pass off 88 yards. He also had 23 total touchdowns alongside his 11 interceptions and 36 sacks.
- Sean Atkins has been a key force in receptions with 961 receiving yards and 86 receptions with 11.2 yards per reception on average.
- Jhalyn Shuler has been bankable in defense for the Bulls, with 42 solo tackles and 43 assist tackles taking his tally to 85 tackles. Jaelen Stokes ( 40 solo tackles, 19 assist tackles) and Daquan Evans (42 solo tackles, 17 assist tackles) are second on the list with 59 tackles a piece for the South Florida Bulls.
Syracuse Orange vs South Florida Bulls' recent results
Syracuse Orange Herd's recent results
| Date | Opposition | Result |
| November 26, 2023 | Wake Forest | (W) 35-31 |
| November 19, 2023 | Georgia Tech | (L) 31-22 |
| November 12, 2023 | Pittsburgh | (W) 28-13 |
| November 4, 2023 | Boston College | (L) 17-10 |
| October 27, 2023 | Virginia Tech | (L) 38-10 |
South Florida Bulls' recent results
| Date | Opposition | Result |
| November 26, 2023 | Charlotte | (W) 48-14 |
| November 18, 2023 | UTSA | (L) 49-21 |
| November 11, 2023 | Temple | (W) 27-23 |
| November 5, 2023 | Memphis | (L) 59-50 |
| October 22, 2023 | UConn | (W) 24-21 |
