Class of 2023 - CB Nazir Ward (FL) TRANSFERRING TO SYRACUSE (1/11/26) | Page 4 | Syracusefan.com

Class of 2023 CB Nazir Ward (FL) TRANSFERRING TO SYRACUSE (1/11/26)

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CB Nazir Ward (FL) TRANSFERRING TO SYRACUSE (1/11/26)​

Cornerback Nazir Ward from Western Kentucky (WKU) has transferred to Syracuse and committed on January 11, 2026, adding depth to the Orange secondary after a solid 2025 season where he recorded 35 tackles, 6 pass breakups, and an interception, bringing two years of eligibility with him.
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Key Details:

Player: Nazir Ward (CB)

  • From: Western Kentucky (WKU)
  • To: Syracuse
  • Date of Commitment: January 11, 2026
  • 2025 Season Stats: 35 tackles, 6 pass breakups, 1 interception
  • Eligibility: Two years remaining
  • Recruiting Profile: Former three-star prospect from Miami (FL) Northwestern.
Ward is the 12th transfer to join Syracuse during this portal cycle, bolstering their defense under the new coaching staff.
 
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This is the type of commit that makes me amazed by Fran’s recruiting ability. No real connection to this player, who was a very quality starter at a decently high level, and you pull a commit out of nowhere.

Corner could now be the best position group on the roster next year with Ward, Samuel, Peal. One of the best pickups we have gotten in the portal thus far, he’s gonna be an impact guy next year
And on top of Samuels, Peal and Ward as Cornerbacks, we also have Kerr and you have to think its likely that Geter will see the field as well. So a group of 5. That is probably what you want. Good group. Only loss with any significant on field experience was Delaine.
 
And on top of Samuels, Peal and Ward as Cornerbacks, we also have Kerr and you have to think its likely that Geter will see the field as well. So a group of 5. That is probably what you want. Good group. Only loss with any significant on field experience was Delaine.
I may be in the minority but I thought Cornell Perry did a great job being thrust into major snaps at safety. I think he'll do a great job especially with what seems to be a very strong CB room now.
 

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