Overview

• Collins takes over after Angeli suffered a season-ending Achilles injury and underwent surgery, with a medical redshirt expected.
• Angeli had led the nation in passing yards before the injury during a fast-starting September.
• Coaches and observers expect Syracuse to keep its high-volume passing approach, with Collins described as a quarterback who likes to throw.
• Collins has seen game action this season and entered against Clemson, where he contributed after Angeli exited.
• His first start is expected at the JMA Wireless Dome against Duke as the program adjusts to the sudden midseason change, which also followed an ACC reprimand and fine over feigned injuries at Clemson.