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Syracuse Names Notre Dame Transfer Steve Angeli Starting QB for Tennessee Opener

Coach Fran Brown cited leadership, poise, experience after a narrow camp decision.

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

  • Brown confirmed Angeli won a close competition over LSU transfer Rickie Collins, with both quarterbacks informed Monday morning.
  • Syracuse will not rotate quarterbacks against No. 24 Tennessee on Aug. 30 in Atlanta, as Angeli will start exclusively.
  • Brown said Angeli held a slight edge in "running the operation" and brought meaningful game experience to the role.
  • Angeli, a redshirt junior, appeared in 21 games at Notre Dame with 772 passing yards, 10 touchdowns and one interception, including a Sun Bowl start and a key CFP semifinal drive.
  • Collins, named the starter after spring practice, now serves as the primary backup as Syracuse enters a season after leading the nation in passing in 2024.