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Notre Dame Crushes Syracuse 70-7, Sets Scoring Record

11/24/2025

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Summary

Notre Dame Dominates Syracuse

Notre Dame defeated Syracuse 70-7, setting a modern program scoring record.
Notre Dame scored 21 points before its offense took the field, aided by defensive touchdowns.
Jeremiyah Love rushed for 171 yards and three touchdowns on eight carries, solidifying his Heisman candidacy.
Coach Marcus Freeman emphasized the team must improve despite the win, as Notre Dame's defense and special teams drive the playoff push toward Stanford.

History

Syracuse Faces Historic Defeat

Syracuse suffered its worst defeat in program history with a 70-7 loss to No. 9 Notre Dame.
Notre Dame jumped out to a 21-0 lead within six minutes.
Notre Dame scored 35 first-quarter points, including two pick-sixes and a blocked punt returned for a touchdown.
Syracuse freshman quarterback Joseph Filardi threw three interceptions.
The seven-game losing streak continues as Syracuse prepares for its final game against Boston College.

History

Historical Context

Notre Dame's football team achieved an undefeated season in 2012, culminating in a BCS National Championship Game appearance. This success reflects the program's historical prominence, dating back to its 11 national championships. Meanwhile, Syracuse's struggles, highlighted by a seven-game losing streak, underscore the challenges faced by teams in the competitive landscape of college sports, particularly within the Big East Conference.

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Notre Dame Dominates Syracuse

Notre Dame defeated Syracuse 70-7, setting a modern program scoring record.
Notre Dame scored 21 points before its offense took the field, aided by defensive touchdowns.
Jeremiyah Love rushed for 171 yards and three touchdowns on eight carries, solidifying his Heisman candidacy.
Coach Marcus Freeman emphasized the team must improve despite the win, as Notre Dame's defense and special teams drive the playoff push toward Stanford.

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