Class of 2026 WR Calvin Russell (FL) COMMITTED TO SYRACUSE (7/5/25)

[Hawknate144]

I mean today was VERY pathetic, I can definitely see it factoring in. QB aside, the defense was awful, why would he want to come here and have to rely on carrying a defense every outing?

you say this ignoring that the team trying to flip him also historically does not play defense

 

[TommyA13]

you say this ignoring that the team trying to flip him also historically does not play defense

Fair point, but I think their defense this year is pretty good

 

[JeffCuse]

We also have a track record of dying on the field for games attended by important recruits

 

[Cuse On 3]

Kids don’t care about one game. He’s coming for Fran and lots of other reasons.

Any word on his buddy Nick? Would love to get another visit

 

[orangefog]

Any word on his buddy Nick? Would love to get another visit

I'm not a guy in the know, but Fran is selling the culture, and the culture isn't 100% there yet. The image is still there. Calvin is likely 100% still in, and that can sell Nick, as well.

 

[Cuse On 3]

I'm not a guy in the know, but Fran is selling the culture, and the culture isn't 100% there yet. The image is still there. Calvin is likely 100% still in, and that can sell Nick, as well.

My dawg

 

[richmondcuse03]

Any word on his buddy Nick? Would love to get another visit

There’s a long way to go in that one. It’s early.

 

[Cusefan0307]

Some posters need a break from this thread.

 

[TommyA13]

Some posters need a break from this thread.

 

[TommyA13]

There’s a long way to go in that one. It’s early.

Richmond actually it’s over because Wiltfong dropped a Fongbomb, that’s why we lost Kamron Wilson to Nebraska remember?

 

[OburgCuse]

Remember Russell was also here for the Miami game last year so he has seen a big win and the excitement that comes with it already.

 

[TommyA13]

Miami insider Gaby Urrutia said this. Also, considering since they were all wrong about his initial recruiting I’m skeptical of where he got this information from. I’m not worried yet, just an interesting piece I thought I’d share with you all. (This came out a few days before our game today if anyone was wondering)

 

[TommyA13]

Remember Russell was also here for the Miami game last year so he has seen a big win and the excitement that comes with it already.

That was definitely a huge win for us in his initial recruitment

 

[bothsocksup]

Everyone take a breath

 

[orangefog]

Miami insider Gaby Urrutia said this. Also, considering since they were all wrong about his initial recruiting I’m skeptical of where he got this information from. I’m not worried yet, just an interesting piece I thought I’d share with you all. (This came out before our game today if anyone was wondering)View attachment 255553

This chick needs to chill

 

[TommyA13]

This chick needs to chill

LOLLLL

 

[Surfan06001]

Everyone take a breath

Everyone give me the hottest takes you have

 

[CuseMan4]

Listen. Did today suck? Sure. But do Fran and staff have a year and a half to show Russell what we can do? Yes. Are Fran staff great recruiters? Yes. Do we have a few of Russell’s teammates from high school that are already on the roster that love Fran? Yes. Is Rickie gonna be the QB next year? No. Is Angeli the much better QB that had success under Fran gonna be the QB for Russel’s first 2 years gonna be here? Yes. Did we have a packed dome to show that we can support our team and be serious about football. Yes. We are also offering a bag at Russell. Russell LOVES Fran. Today sucked, yes. But there is still ALOT to pitch to him. Our program is on the upward trajectory for sure. We are a big time passing offense. Even with Rickie Russell can see that. There’s a lot going for us even with a sucky loss. People need to chill out

 

[Cusefan69]

Some posters need a break from this thread.

Good gawd they do. Starting to get painful in here.

 

[JeffCuse]

Dude continues to take Miami visits despite being committee to Syracuse. If you aren't concerned, I have a bridge I would like to sell you.

 

[TommyA13]

Dude continues to take Miami visits despite being committee to Syracuse. If you aren't concerned, I have a bridge I would like to sell you.

Yeah I’m a little concerned, but hopefully they’ll hold on to him. If it was Dino I’d have no hope, but if there’s one coach and coaching staff I have faith in to hold onto Calvin it’s HCFB and his staff.

 

[dasher]

Yeah I’m a little concerned, but hopefully they’ll hold on to him. If it was Dino I’d have no hope, but if there’s one coach and coaching staff I have faith in to hold onto Calvin it’s HCFB and his staff.

How about worrying about keeping on own guys that are currently on the team?

 

[anomander]

Still need a strong finish — have to get to a bowl at the very least. Amare is still being recruited by Virginia, and they’ve got momentum after that win. Cooper is on his way to Boulder for a visit. Steven, the OL from IMG, is getting heavy attention from other schools. Wilson is being recruited hard by in-state programs like UCF and FSU. And of course, Calvin is still being heavily pursued by Miami. Just need to get to a bowl and hold on to these guys.

These guys could care less if we sneak into the Gasparilla bowl at 6-6

 

[JeffCuse]

How about worrying about keeping on own guys that are currently on the team?

We are Syracuse fans. We can multitask the worry.

 

[anomander]

Listen. Did today suck? Sure. But do Fran and staff have a year and a half to show Russell what we can do? Yes. Are Fran staff great recruiters? Yes. Do we have a few of Russell’s teammates from high school that are already on the roster that love Fran? Yes. Is Rickie gonna be the QB next year? No. Is Angeli the much better QB that had success under Fran gonna be the QB for Russel’s first 2 years gonna be here? Yes. Did we have a packed dome to show that we can support our team and be serious about football. Yes. We are also offering a bag at Russell. Russell LOVES Fran. Today sucked, yes. But there is still ALOT to pitch to him. Our program is on the upward trajectory for sure. We are a big time passing offense. Even with Rickie Russell can see that. There’s a lot going for us even with a sucky loss. People need to chill out

Not to be a downer but i think having Steve back by Spring ball, or after, are extremely aggressive. I think Fran is saying that for certain reasons. Achilles is absolutely one of the worst injuries you can have. Some of the best athletes in the world had a torn achilles and never made it back to their former ability. Procedures and rehab are improving rapidly, but it’s still a leap to expect him back at 100% by the start of next season. Typically, it’s 12-18 months before you’re 100% and that’s with the absolute best care money can buy.

We need to be looking for a QB on this current team, and definitely in the portal.