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Notre Dame Transfer Steve Angeli Named Syracuse’s Starting Quarterback

Coach Fran Brown prioritized Angeli’s poise, emphasizing his game experience as decisive in selecting him over Rickie Collins ahead of Syracuse’s season opener in Atlanta.

Apr 12, 2025; Notre Dame, IN, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Steve Angeli (18) throws a pass during the Blue-Gold game at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Angeli, a redshirt junior, edged out LSU transfer Rickie Collins in a fall camp duel and will debut against No. 24 Tennessee on August 30 at a neutral site in Atlanta.
  • Collins remains on the roster as the immediate backup but must wait until the winter transfer window to pursue another starting opportunity.
  • Angeli’s résumé includes 772 passing yards, 10 touchdowns and one interception at Notre Dame, plus a pivotal late drive in last season’s CFP semifinal win over Penn State.
  • He steps in for Kyle McCord, who set ACC and school records with 4,770 passing yards in 2024 before being drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles.
  • Syracuse aims to sustain its nation-leading 2024 passing offense under coordinator Jeff Nixon with Angeli tasked to maintain high-volume aerial production.