Syracuse football defense prepares for 2026 season under Vince Kehres
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:04 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Syracuse football's new defensive coordinator Vince Kehres discusses improvements ahead of the season opener against New Hampshire on September 5. Kehres, who previously led a top defense at Toledo, replaces Elijah Robinson after a poor 2025 season where Syracuse ranked near the bottom in total defense and scoring defense. Kehres has expressed optimism about the depth of the defensive line, highlighting the potential of transfers and young players. The Orange are looking to bounce back from a 3-9 season as they prepare for their first game.
- •Vince Kehres is Syracuse's new defensive coordinator.
- •Syracuse defense ranked 125th in total yards allowed in 2025.
- •Last season, Syracuse allowed an average of 34.92 points per game.
- •The Orange open the season against New Hampshire on September 5.
- •Kehres highlights depth on the defensive line.
- 2:04 AMYahoo Sports — Syracuse Defense Poised for Improvement under New DC Vince Kehres
"Last season, he led one of the nation's most successful FBS defenses.
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