Angeli Named to Comeback Player of the Year Watch List
8/20/2026 12:40:00 PM | Football
Quarterback Steve Angeli was named to the Comeback Player of the Year Watch List, as the 5th year signal caller returns to lead the Syracuse football program after suffering a torn Achillies tendon last season.
Angeli led the Orange to a 3-1 record, was leading the nation in passing and in the midst of delivering the program's first win in Death Valley vs. Clemson last September, when he suffered the season-ending injury.
Angeli has since recovered and been fully cleared with no restrictions this training camp. He'll look to lead an Orange offense that has been dominant through the air over the past two seasons with its starting quarterback. Under offensive coordinator Jeff Nixon, Syracuse's offense has produced record-setting numbers with its QB1. Through 17 games with an active starting QB, Syracuse's offense has led the country in passing yards and went 13-4 in that span.
Syracuse opens the 2026 slate on Saturday, Sept. 5 against New Hampshire. Tickets are on sale now for an exciting slate of games you won't want to miss. The Orange host five teams receiving votes in the Preseason AP Top-25, including three ranked squads. Secure your seats today at Cuse.com/FootballTickets.
Angeli led the Orange to a 3-1 record, was leading the nation in passing and in the midst of delivering the program's first win in Death Valley vs. Clemson last September, when he suffered the season-ending injury.
Angeli has since recovered and been fully cleared with no restrictions this training camp. He'll look to lead an Orange offense that has been dominant through the air over the past two seasons with its starting quarterback. Under offensive coordinator Jeff Nixon, Syracuse's offense has produced record-setting numbers with its QB1. Through 17 games with an active starting QB, Syracuse's offense has led the country in passing yards and went 13-4 in that span.
Syracuse opens the 2026 slate on Saturday, Sept. 5 against New Hampshire. Tickets are on sale now for an exciting slate of games you won't want to miss. The Orange host five teams receiving votes in the Preseason AP Top-25, including three ranked squads. Secure your seats today at Cuse.com/FootballTickets.
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