Fran Brown confirms Steve Angeli remains Syracuse's starting quarterback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Syracuse head coach Fran Brown announced that Steve Angeli will start for the Orange against UConn on Saturday. Brown expressed confidence in Angeli's performance, noting improvements during practice. While Angeli retains his role, Amari Odom is expected to see some playing time. Top recruit Calvin Russell has been cleared to play, and Brown also mentioned Ahmad Miller's increased role after a successful outing against Pittsburgh. Specific details on injuries, including Tylik Hill's status, have not been disclosed.
- •Fran Brown defends decision to keep Angeli as starting QB.
- •Amari Odom will have a role against UConn.
- •Calvin Russell has been cleared to play for Syracuse.
- •Ahmad Miller to see more work after strong performance against Pitt.
- •No updates on Tylik Hill's injury status.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Syracuse football: Fran Brown isn’t changing his starting QB
"but some other changes look to be in store for Saturday
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