Freshmen Injuries, Fast Returns | Syracuse Orangemen Football News

Syracuse football’s top freshman recruits are sidelined with injuries—but recovery looks faster than feared. Wide receiver Calvin Russell, a Florida phenom who even played basketball, tore his Achilles and could return in six to seven months. Defensive back Tedarius Hughes, a four-star DB who switched from Florida State, is expected back in just weeks after knee issues. Thanks to the NCAA’s new eligibility rules, neither player risks losing a season if they miss time. Meanwhile, Syracuse gears up for a big ACC opener against Cal this Saturday at 3:30 PM ET—despite Cal’s recent loss, they’re still a tough matchup for the Orange. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bbbe4abf166eb6cd