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Syracuse Five-Star WR Calvin Russell III Out Indefinitely After Spring Practice Injury

The freshman was expected to boost a thin receiving group after last season's passing slump.

Overview

  • Syracuse announced Tuesday that freshman wide receiver Calvin Russell III will miss an indefinite period after a spring practice injury.
  • The program did not disclose the injury or a return timetable, and coach Fran Brown said he expects Russell to come back stronger.
  • Russell is the highest-rated signee in school history, a consensus top-50 recruit who played on the basketball team in January before joining spring football.
  • His absence complicates a reset at receiver after a 3-9 season, with transfers Elijah Moore, Matt Outten, and Cole Weaver now set for larger spring roles.
  • Outlets note unverified rumors about the injury, including an Achilles issue, but Syracuse has not confirmed any specifics.