Syracuse updates Calvin Russell's health ahead of upcoming game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 3:50 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Syracuse head coach Fran Brown provided an update on freshman wide receiver Calvin Russell III during his weekly show. Russell, who has been sidelined since March due to a torn Achilles, was listed as questionable last week and participated in practice leading up to Saturday's game against Cal but did not play. Brown confirmed that Russell will be cleared to play in early October following a bye week after the game against Pitt. His potential return comes as Syracuse seeks to improve its offense after a recent loss.
- •Calvin Russell has been out since March due to a torn Achilles.
- •Russell participated in practice but did not play against Cal.
- •He is expected to be cleared for action in early October.
- •Syracuse plays Pitt on Thursday night before a bye week.
- •Syracuse's offense struggled in recent games, seeking better options.
- 3:50 AMYahoo Sports — Syracuse Head Coach Offers More Information on Calvin Russell's Health
"Fran Brown offered a new update on the wideout during his weekly coach's show.
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