Syracuse prepares for season opener against New Hampshire

Syracuse begins its 2026 football season this Saturday with a home matchup against New Hampshire. Analysts are monitoring several areas of the team as the Orange looks to set a defensive identity under new defensive coordinator Vince Kehres. Offensive focus remains on the running game and identifying which receivers will emerge as primary targets following roster changes. The team also expects immediate contributions from defensive line transfers Keyshawn Johnson and Tunmise Adeleye. The outcome of the game will serve as an initial test for the squad before the schedule increases in difficulty.

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