Syracuse Orange (2-4, 0-2) vs. No. 17 Virginia Tech Hokies (4-1, 2-0) GameThread

The Syracuse Orange (2-4) return home to the Carrier Dome with no margin for error if they want any shot at a bowl game this season. Standing in their way is the No. 17 Virginia Tech Hokies (4-1), who visit the Dome for the first time as an ACC rival. Kickoff is set for 3:45 p.m. and the game will be televised on ESPNU.

• Get caught up on the series history and more info here.
• Believe it or not, we used to be pretty big rivals.
• We chatted with The Key Play to find out more about this Hokies squad.
• Give a listen to our podcast for a quick preview of the game and some last minute beer recommendations.
• Know the five things you need to watch in this one.
• Every time SU scores a touchdown today it'll raise money for a good cause.
• Double check the injury report to see which Orange won't be suiting off.
• The platinums are back!
• Our predictions are in and they are not pretty. Then again, this game probably won't be either.

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G'ORANGE!