Syracuse football adds commitment from running back Elijah Kimble
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 10:41 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Elijah Kimble, a four-star running back from Canisius High School in Buffalo, committed to Syracuse on July 3, 2026. Kimble chose the Orange after official visits to multiple schools, including Indiana and North Carolina. He has rushed for over 1,700 yards in each of his three high school seasons and is a top-25 ranked running back nationally. This commitment also influenced Syracuse's decisions regarding other recruits, encouraging Xavier Bala and Sa'Nir Brooks to explore opportunities elsewhere. Kimble will join Tylek Lewis in the 2027 class for Syracuse, which now has 24 commitments.
- •Kimble ranked among the top players in New York.
- •He has garnered attention from several major schools.
- •Syracuse's 2027 recruiting class now includes 24 players.
- •Kimble's commitment leads to two recruits exploring other options.
- 10:53 PMYahoo Sports — Syracuse lands commitment from 4-star RB Elijah Kimble
- 10:41 PMYahoo Sports — Syracuse football recruiting: Orange get commitment from RB Elijah Kimble
"Buffalo Canisius four-star running back Elijah Kimble is staying close to home. He announced his commitment to Syracuse on Friday evening. He chose the Orange over North Carolina, Indiana and plenty other Power Four offers. Kimble is the No. 304 overall prospect and No. 23 RB in the 2027 cycle, according to the Rivals Industry Ranking, […]
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 3, 2026, 10:53 PMSyracuse lands commitment from 4-star RB Elijah Kimble
Buffalo Canisius four-star running back Elijah Kimble is staying close to home. He announced his commitment to Syracuse on Friday evening. He chose the Orange over North Carolina, Indiana and plenty other Power Four offers. Kimble is the No. 304 overall prospect and No. 23 RB in the 2027 cycle, according to the Rivals Industry Ranking, […]
- Yahoo SportsJul 3, 2026, 10:41 PMSyracuse football recruiting: Orange get commitment from RB Elijah Kimble
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