Syracuse Football: 5 reasons GameDay makes sense for NC State game

Did you know ESPN’s College GameDay football show has NEVER been on the Orange campus for a Syracuse football game? For some, that’s a repetitive statement they’ve heard for a while now and for others, it might be news but either way, it’s the truth.

In the tweet above, you will see that Syracuse football is one of only a few Power 5 conference teams that has not had this honor. Can that change this season with Syracuse football sitting at 3-0? Maybe! The Orange will have to win more to make this inevitable to avoid a reoccurrence from 2019, when rumor and speculation were that before a horrible loss to Maryland, there were plans to come for the Clemson game that season.

So why is this such a big deal and why should Syracuse football fans want this? I’m glad you asked. Here are my five reasons why I think the Syracuse versus NC State game on October 15th is the perfect game to organize this, should the Orange be 5-0 at that time.

Why GameDay should head to the Hill for Syracuse football against NC State.

I Want To Play There

One complaint I hear from some grumpier fans is that Syracuse isn’t attracting five-star recruits. Any time Syracuse recruits them, a portion of fans love saying that they’ll never commit to Syracuse. Many recruits of that stature want to play where they can be seen and loved. Getting GameDay gets Syracuse football on more radars for those recruits and might help one watching that week who will remember it happened and want to be a part of that atmosphere. Also if they learn about the Loud House, they might want to feel that level of love themselves.

I Want That Team In My Bowl Game

At the end of the season, bowl executives look at teams that are eligible for their game. Many of them could be watching and this could be a memorable moment in November when a bigger bowl wants an attractive team. Syracuse has fans and alumni in various regions as well as some willing to travel. Maybe a bowl executive watches and feels like Syracuse is worthy of their bowl and will make a great story to sell the game.

I Want To Be A Part Of That Environment

Casual fans and potential students might be watching and this could help convince them to attend games and maybe even apply to be a student at SU. GameDay coming to Syracuse makes this game an event game that will attract the casual fan. It also puts Syracuse football in the spotlight for potential high school juniors and seniors who might want to know more about the university and the student experience.

I Want That Spotlight On My Team

Diehard Syracuse fans will enjoy the spotlight being on them and the program in a positive light. I’m sure many in Otto’s Army and in the community will pack the quad to show their support.

Also, this will give NC State fans an equally enjoyable moment that gives the game more meaning, especially for the victor.

I Want That Player On My NFL Roster

NFL scouts are football fans too. Many could be watching that morning. Many are looking for the right fit for their roster and this season Syracuse has potential first or at least second or third-round draft picks. Imagine if some scout is watching that morning and they see the focus on the team.

Maybe there are player profiles on the show or maybe it’s enough to catch their attention for the game later. And later in that game, Sean Tucker rushes for over 200 yards, Garrett Williams has multiple interceptions, and Garrett Shrader, Matthew Bergeron or Mikel Jones puts on a performance that makes a scout pay attention.