Syracuse edges UConn 42-41 in overtime thriller

Syracuse defeated UConn 42-41 in overtime on Saturday, with quarterback Amari Odom throwing five touchdowns and rushing for another in his first start for the Orange. Odom, a Kennesaw State transfer, replaced Steve Angeli and provided a significant mobility boost, though he threw two late interceptions. Running back Tylik Hill added 140 rushing yards despite a quad injury, marking a breakout performance for Syracuse's backfield. The Orange squandered a 34-14 lead in the second half, allowing UConn to tie the game and force overtime after a missed field goal. Syracuse secured the win on a fourth-down touchdown and two-point conversion, but the late collapse highlighted ongoing issues ahead of next week's game against Virginia.