#78
Joe Cruz
Returning to Syracuse for 2026
Holbrook, N.Y. → Sachem North
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Fran Brown
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Syracuse
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Offensive line · Syracuse
Returning around him
- 14% of 2024 offensive production back (Heavy turnover)
- Transfer portal: -10 net (19 in / 29 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Syracuse · Last season: 3-9 · Talent rank #34 · 2026 recruiting class #35
Background
Career Overview: Has played in 37 games with 16 starts on the offensive line over three seasons at Syracuse ... According to Pro Football Focus, heading into the 2026 season, he has not allowed a sack in his career, on 627 pass blocking opportunities. Redshirt Junior Year (2025): Started every ga...
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