Syracuse football coach Fran Brown held a press conference this week to provide updates on the status of several injured players, including promising wide receiver Yazeed Haynes. The Orange have faced a series of injuries that have impacted their roster depth, and Coach Brown addressed the team’s current health situation as they prepare for the upcoming game.
“Yazeed is making progress,” Brown said regarding Haynes, who has been sidelined with a leg injury sustained earlier in the season. “He’s been working hard in rehab, and while he won’t be available this week, we’re hopeful he can return soon.” Haynes had been a key contributor for Syracuse before his injury, and his absence has been felt on the field.
In addition to Haynes, Brown provided updates on other injured players, including defensive lineman Caleb Odom and linebacker Marlowe Wax. “Caleb is still day-to-day. He’s been working with the trainers, and we’ll assess his status closer to game day,” Brown noted. As for Wax, the coach indicated that the linebacker is recovering well but remains a question mark for the next matchup.
The team has had to adjust its game plan due to these injuries, with younger players stepping up to fill the gaps. “Injuries are part of the game, and it’s an opportunity for others to showcase their talents,” Brown emphasized. The coach expressed confidence in the depth of his squad, stating, “We have a strong culture, and our guys are ready to compete, no matter the circumstances.”
As the Orange look ahead, Coach Brown’s updates provide a glimpse of optimism, with hopes that injured players will return to contribute to the team’s success in the weeks to come.
