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Three keys for Syracuse vs Cal
- Game breakdown: Syracuse football takes on California on Saturday in the ACC opener for both teams.
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Syracuse blows out New Hampshire in season opener
- Syracuse opened 2026 with a 66-3 win over New Hampshire and next faces California at home in Week 2.
- Steve Angeli returned from the injury that ended his 2025 season and completed 20 of 29 passes for 263 yards and three touchdowns in the opener.
- Vince Kehres' Syracuse defense debuted by allowing fewer than 200 total yards and three points while producing five sacks, one interception, and two fumble recoveries.
- Freshman running back Shavane Anderson scored three first-half touchdowns in his college debut, while starter Tylik Hill added 68 rushing yards and a score before halftime.
- Umari Hatcher finished with eight catches for 147 yards and two touchdowns, helping Syracuse clear 450 total yards with more than 200 yards both rushing and passing.
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