Three Syracuse defenders named to Phil Steele’s All-ACC pre-season squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Phil Steele announced his 2026 college football pre-season All-ACC selections, featuring three Syracuse defenders. Cornerback Chris Peal earned second team honors, receiving early draft consideration. Linebacker Chris D’Appolonia was named to the third team, while Antoine Deslauriers was recognized on the fourth team after a strong freshman campaign. The trio's performance is critical as Syracuse aims to improve under new defensive coordinator Vince Kehres. Steele forecasts Miami as the ACC favorite, with Syracuse not anticipated to contend for championships this fall.
- •Chris Peal is a second team All-ACC selection.
- •Chris D’Appolonia and Antoine Deslauriers received third and fourth team honors, respectively.
- •Syracuse aims for improvement under new defensive coordinator Vince Kehres.
- •Phil Steele predicts Miami will lead the ACC this season.
- •Syracuse is not expected to compete for an ACC Championship berth.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Syracuse football: three Orange named to Phil Steele’s All-ACC pre-season squad
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