Syracuse faces pivotal bowl-eligibility test at NC State

The 4-5 Orange visit 4-5 NC State on Nov. 14 needing two wins in their final three games to become bowl-eligible. Popo Aguirre and Ronnie Royal III are out, Keenan Jackson is questionable, and a separate report says two unidentified Syracuse offensive linemen are questionable; Nelson’s availability is also unresolved. Matchup concerns include NC State quarterback CJ Bailey’s mobility and the Wolfpack defensive-front pressure; ESPN FPI gives Syracuse a 36.6% bowl-eligibility projection.