<p>In Week 8 of the 2025 NCAA Football season, the Pittsburgh Panthers will take on the Syracuse Orange. This game will be held at the JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse, New York. Kickoff is set for Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 7:30 PM, and fans can catch the action on ACCN.</p> <p>Pittsburgh enters the game with a 4-2 record this season. They have performed well in the Atlantic Coast Conference, holding a 2-1 record. On the other side, Syracuse has a 3-3 record and is 1-2 in conference play. Both teams will aim to improve their standings in this game under the dome.</p> <h2>Pittsburgh Team Preview</h2> <p>The Pittsburgh Panthers have shown mixed results in recent games. They secured a close win against Florida State with a 34-31 score. In that game, they recorded 321 passing yards and 158 rushing yards. However, they also had two fumbles and two interceptions.</p> <p>In a dominant home game, Pittsburgh defeated Boston College 48-7. The Panthers gained 331 passing yards and 172 rushing yards. Their defense held Boston College to only 30 rushing yards, while the Panthers committed just one fumble and no interceptions.</p> <p>The Panthers' offense has relied heavily on quarterback Eli Holstein, who has thrown for 1,058 yards over five games. Running back Ja'Kyrian Turner leads with four rushing touchdowns. However, injuries could impact the team, with several key players, including Derrick Davis Jr. and Keith Gouveia, out for the season.</p> <h2>Pittsburgh vs Syracuse Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: NCAA Football</li><li>Teams: Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Syracuse Orange</li><li>Venue: JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse, NY</li><li>Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025</li><li>Betting Odds: Pittsburgh -426, Syracuse +326</li></ul> <h2>Syracuse Team Preview</h2> <p>The Syracuse Orange started the 2025 season with some strong performances. They secured wins against Colgate Raiders with a 66-24 score and Connecticut Huskies with a 27-20 score. Their passing game was key, as they recorded 447 passing yards against Colgate.</p> <p>However, recent games have been challenging for Syracuse. They faced a tough loss to Duke Blue Devils at home, with a 38-3 score. In their latest game against SMU Mustangs, they lost 31-18, despite gaining more rushing yards than their opponent.</p> <p>The Orange are dealing with several injuries. Key players like Steve Angeli and Mark Petry are out for the season. With multiple players listed as questionable, the team will need to adjust their strategy for upcoming games.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>The Pittsburgh Panthers are favored by 11.5 points against the Syracuse Orange. Pittsburgh's offense ranks 15th in points scored this season, while Syracuse's defense ranks 107th in points allowed. Given these stats, Pittsburgh is likely to cover the spread, with a projected score of Pittsburgh 35, Syracuse 21.</p> <p>The total for the game is set at 54.5 points. Pittsburgh's strong offense and Syracuse's defensive struggles suggest a higher-scoring game. With a projected total of 56 points, the recommendation is to take the over.</p>

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