Syracuse Defense Deep Dive | Syracuse Orangemen Football News

Syracuse Orange Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 2, 2026 · 1m

Syracuse football kicks off 2026 against New Hampshire, with buzz building around a revamped defense led by new coordinator Vince Kehres and key transfer additions. Despite linebacker Gary Bryant III’s absence from the depth chart due to a knee issue, coach Fran Brown says he’ll play — and was previously raving about his unit’s national potential. The chart also features eight “or”s, hinting at flexible schemes or unsettled starting roles, while the defensive backfield, anchored by Demetres Samuel Jr. and Chris Peal, looks poised to shine. Remember: this is just a snapshot — rosters shift…