Notre Dame Dominates Syracuse in Convincing Victory
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 3:30 PM ET · Notre Dame Stadium
Notre Dame Fighting Irish 70, Syracuse Orange 7, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Syracuse Orange vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish?
Notre Dame Fighting Irish beat Syracuse Orange 70-7 at Notre Dame Stadium on November 22, 2025.
In a commanding display, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish triumphed over the Syracuse Orange with a final score of 70-7 at Notre Dame Stadium. This victory marks a continuation of Notre Dame's impressive form, extending their winning streak to eight games. The Fighting Irish have been in formidable shape, boasting a home record of 5-1 and an away record of 3-1, with an average of 38.5 points scored and only 18.4 points allowed over their last ten games.
Notre Dame's recent performances have been characterized by high-scoring games, as evidenced by their last five outings where they averaged 36.2 points while conceding just 13.2. Their last match before facing Syracuse was against the Pittsburgh Panthers, where they secured a convincing 37-15 victory on November 15. Other notable wins in their current streak include a 49-10 victory against the Navy Midshipmen and a 34-24 win over the USC Trojans.
In stark contrast, Syracuse has struggled significantly this season, finishing with a record of 3-8. They have lost their last six games, with an average of just 22.3 points scored and a concerning 31.5 points allowed. Their last match resulted in a 10-38 defeat against the Miami Hurricanes on November 8. Syracuse's away record stands at 1-4, and they have not managed to win any of their last five games, averaging only 13.4 points while allowing 33.4.
The matchup on November 22 was particularly noteworthy given the disparity in the teams' recent performances. Notre Dame's offense has been firing on all cylinders, while Syracuse has been unable to find their rhythm, making this fixture compelling for fans and analysts alike. The Fighting Irish's ability to score quickly and efficiently has been a hallmark of their recent games, and they showcased that ability against Syracuse.
In terms of injury concerns, the block did not provide specific details regarding player availability for either team, but the overwhelming performance by Notre Dame suggests they were able to field a strong lineup. The conditions at Notre Dame Stadium on the day of the game were also not detailed, but typically, home-field advantage plays a significant role in college football, particularly in a venue known for its passionate fan base.
As for the betting market, Notre Dame was heavily favored, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating complete confidence from the market in their ability to secure the victory. This reflects the stark contrast in the teams' current form and overall season performance.
Overall, this game highlighted the challenges faced by Syracuse as they continue to struggle in the latter part of the season, while Notre Dame's strong showing reinforces their status as a formidable contender in college football.
Leaders
- Passing yardsCJ Carr5/9, 49 YDS, 1 TDNotre Dame Fighting Irish
- Rushing yardsJeremiyah Love8 CAR, 171 YDS, 3 TDNotre Dame Fighting Irish
- Receiving yardsJordan Faison2 REC, 21 YDSNotre Dame Fighting Irish
- Passing yardsJoseph Filardi14/26, 83 YDS, 3 INTSyracuse Orange
- Rushing yardsJoseph Filardi14 CAR, 33 YDS, 1 TDSyracuse Orange
- Receiving yardsDan Villari5 REC, 30 YDSSyracuse Orange
Recent form
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Last 10: 8-2Streak W838.5 scored · 18.4 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W37-15at Pittsburgh PanthersNov 15
- W49-10vs Navy MidshipmenNov 9
- W25-10at Boston College EaglesNov 1
- W34-24vs USC TrojansOct 18
- W36-7vs NC State WolfpackOct 11
- W28-7vs Boise State BroncosOct 4
- W56-13at Arkansas RazorbacksSep 27
- W56-30vs Purdue BoilermakersSep 20
- L40-41vs Texas A&M AggiesSep 13
- L24-27at Miami HurricanesAug 31
Syracuse Orange
Last 10: 3-7Streak L622.3 scored · 31.5 allowed per game1-4 away
- L10-38at Miami HurricanesNov 8
- L10-27vs North Carolina Tar HeelsOct 31
- L16-41at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsOct 25
- L13-30vs Pittsburgh PanthersOct 18
- L18-31at SMU MustangsOct 4
- L3-38vs Duke Blue DevilsSep 27
- W34-21at Clemson TigersSep 20
- W66-24vs Colgate RaidersSep 12
- W27-20vs UConn HuskiesSep 6
- L26-45at Tennessee VolunteersAug 30
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Florida State | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| North Carolina | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Stanford | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Boston College | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| California | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Clemson | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Duke | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Georgia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Louisville | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Miami | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Pittsburgh | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| SMU | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Syracuse | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Virginia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Wake Forest | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| NC State | 0-1 | 0-1 |
| Notre Dame | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| UConn | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Box score
| Stat | Syracuse Orange | Notre Dame Fighting Irish |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 18 | 17 |
| Third downs | 7-18 | 4-7 |
| Fourth downs | 1-3 | 1-1 |
| Total yards | 207 | 396 |
| Net passing yards | 95 | 67 |
| Completions | 17/30 | 9/15 |
| Yards per pass | 3.2 | 4.5 |
| Rushing yards | 112 | 329 |
| Rushing attempts | 50 | 24 |
| Yards per rush | 2.2 | 13.7 |
| Penalties | 5-39 | 5-55 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Fumbles lost | 0 | 0 |
| Interceptions thrown | 3 | 0 |
| Time of possession | 41:50 | 18:10 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Notre Dame Fighting Irish, below favours Syracuse Orange.
Venue
- Notre Dame StadiumNotre Dame, IN
- Attendance77622
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