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Syracuse football season predictions
- Syracuse staff predictions ranged from 7-5 to 10-2, with multiple writers projecting the Orange above preseason expectations.
- Steve Angeli's health is framed as central to Syracuse's offensive ceiling after the offense looked effective and efficient with him before last year's season-ending injury.
- The predictions expect offensive coordinator Jeff Nixon to benefit from Angeli and added weapons in both the passing game and run game.
- Multiple writers expect Vince Kehres' new defensive system and front-seven reinforcements to drive a major defensive step forward.
- Syracuse's schedule is described as tougher than the broader ACC slate, but the article still argues the roster is better than market perception.
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Syracuse football depth chart vs New Hampshire
- Syracuse has started the Fran Brown era with a 10-3 year one and 3-9 in year two.
- Now, the Orange is looking for a bounce back in 2026, year three under Fran Brown's leadership.
- With new defensive coaches and a new defensive system, Syracuse is hoping it can get back to its winning ways from two seasons ago.
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- DL/LB: Steve Sarkisian said that Colton Vasek is playing a hybrid linebacker in some packages in addition to edge in preparation for opponents that use 13 personnel (one back, three tight ends).
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