Connecticut Huskies @ Syracuse Orange Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 9/6/2025 12:00 PM EDT

We have your Connecticut Huskies @ Syracuse Orange prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Connecticut Huskies hit the road to face the Syracuse Orange.

Game Info

Date: 9/6/2025
Time: 12:00 PM EDT
Location: JMA Wireless Dome, Syracuse, NY
TV: -

Connecticut Huskies @ Syracuse Orange Preview

The Connecticut Huskies (1-0, 1-0 ATS) are coming off a dominant 59-13 victory over CCSU in their season opener, showcasing a potent offense. While they are undergoing some defensive personnel changes, the Huskies are expected to remain competitive, with FanDuel setting their season win total at 7.5. Quarterback Joe Fagnano, a returning incumbent, leads an offense that has high expectations for the season.

The Syracuse Orange (0-1, 0-1 ATS) began their 2025 campaign with a 26-45 loss to Tennessee. Following a successful 10-win season in 2024, Syracuse faces significant roster turnover, having lost NFL Draft picks at quarterback, running back, and tight end, as well as key defensive players. Steve Angeli has been named the starting quarterback for the Orange. Oddsmakers anticipate a step back for Syracuse this year, with their over/under win total set at 5.5. This Week 2 matchup against UConn comes after a challenging season opener, which could leave the Orange potentially fatigued and looking ahead to upcoming ACC contests.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

The all-time series between the Connecticut Huskies and Syracuse Orange is closely contested, with Syracuse holding a narrow 7-6 advantage. Syracuse has dominated the recent history of this rivalry, winning the last five consecutive matchups against UConn. The most recent encounter on November 23, 2024, saw Syracuse defeat UConn 31-24, with the total points going over the line of 53.5. Similarly, on September 10, 2022, Syracuse secured a decisive 48-14 victory over UConn, also seeing the total go over 49.5 points.

While Syracuse has been strong straight up (SU) against UConn, holding a 5-0 SU record in their last five games, Connecticut has historically performed well against the spread (ATS) in this series. The Huskies boast a 7-3 ATS record in their last 10 games against Syracuse and an impressive 4-1 ATS record in their last five road games when playing the Orange. Furthermore, the total has gone OVER in four of the last six games played between these two teams, indicating a tendency for high-scoring affairs.

Pick: Over the Total

Given the historical trend of high-scoring games between the Connecticut Huskies and Syracuse Orange, coupled with their recent offensive performances, the Over on the total points is a compelling pick. The last head-to-head matchup in November 2024 saw the total go over, and both teams have shown an ability to put points on the board in their recent outings (UConn scoring 59 points in their last game). While Syracuse's defense conceded 45 points in their opener, their offense still managed 26, contributing to a higher-scoring contest. This historical pattern, combined with the current team dynamics, suggests another game where points could be plentiful.