Syracuse Football Names Steve Angeli Starting Quarterback Amid Roster Overhaul

Syracuse football head coach Fran Brown, entering his second season, has named Notre Dame transfer Steve Angeli as the starting quarterback for the 2025 season opener against No. 24 Tennessee, after a closely contested competition with LSU transfer Rickie Collins. Brown emphasized that the decision was difficult and came down to who better "ran the operation," with Angeli's game experience tipping the scales in his favor. The Orange face a challenging schedule including multiple ranked opponents and will be rebuilding an offense that led the nation in passing last year, following the departure of key players such as Kyle McCord and several receivers and linemen. Brown also brought in highly regarded recruits, including Demetres Samuel Jr., to bolster both offense and defense. Meanwhile, Louisville's Isaac Brown, a standout running back and recipient of multiple accolades as a freshman, is preparing to meet high expectations for an even better sophomore season. Both programs are navigating roster transitions and player development as they prepare for their respective 2025 campaigns.