Current, SB Nation New York's College Sports Writer and SB Nation News Desk Contributor. Syracuse University men's basketball and football beat writer. Big East Conference media member (for now). Frequently, you'll find Jared writing columns and news stories surrounding the world of college sports, mainly involving the Syracuse Orange and Big East Conference. Make sure to check out his weekly NFL picks and predictions column at SB Nation New York.
NFL picks: Giants win, Jets lose but Tebow plays
SB Nation New York's Jared Smith make his Week 14 NFL picks, including Giants vs. Saints, Jets vs. Jaguars, Lions vs. Packers, Texans vs. Houston; and Tim Tebow playing at quarterback.
SU's Marrone, Rutgers' Flood not headed anywhere
As college football head coaches get hired and fired, Syracuse's Doug Marrone and Rutgers' Kyle Flood aren't going anywhere. According to SB Nation New York's Jared Smith that's the beauty of having two men committed to their programs.
Despite arrest Syracuse LB still eligible to play
Syracuse Orange junior linebacker Marquis Spruill is still eligible to play in the Pinstripe Bowl, head coach Doug Marrone confirmed Wednesday. Spruill was arrested, along with teammate Steve Rene, for disorderly conduct and second-degree assault.
'The Boss' trumps a college football tradition
The Syracuse Orange and West Virgina Mountaineers will only play for the George Steinbrenner Trophy, and not the Ben Schwartzwalder Trophy, Saturday, Dec. 29, when the former long-time Big East Conference rivals face off in the 2012 Pinstripe Bowl.
SU 84, EMU 48: Tidbits, takeaways and opinions
The No. 4-ranked Syracuse Orange easily defeated the Eastern Michigan Eagles, 84-48, at the Carrier Dome. SB Nation New York's Jared Smith breaks down the Orange's 26 straight home victory focusing on freshman Jerami Grant and SU's upcoming schedule.
Yankees speak to Kevin Youkilis' agent
The New York Yankees have reportedly had talks with free-agent third baseman Kevin Youkilis. The 33-year-old corner infielder played many seasons for New York's long-time rival the Boston Red Sox.
David Wright officially becomes a rich man
The New York Mets and third baseman David Wright officially inked a seven-year, $122 million contract extension Tuesday, as the six-time All-Star passed his physical.
Dan Snyder: 'I hate those m---- f------'
After Monday's thrilling 17-16 victory over the New York Giants, Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder reportedly had some choice words for Big Blue.
Santonio Holmes to have additional surgery
New York Jets wide receiver is scheduledto have addition surgery on his foot, ESPNNewYork.com is reporting. Holmes was suffered a season-ending foot injury in Week 4 of the NFL season.
St. John's travels West to take on USF Dons
The St. John's Red Storm travel to the West Coast Tuesday to take on the San Francisco Dons at the War Memorial Gym (10 p.m. ET). Both teams carry four-game winning streaks into the contest.