#34
Nate Prater
Returning to Syracuse for 2026
R-Jr. · Franklin, Tenn. → Boonton
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Nate Prater
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Syracuse
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive back · 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
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #14317
Peaked at #14317 this season.
Background
Redshirt Senior Year (2025): Did not appear in any games. Redshirt Year (2024): Appeared in one game, making his Syracuse debut in the DIRECTV Holiday Bowl vs. Washington State (12/27). Before SU: Spent two seasons at Orange Coast College ... Appeared in 18 career games for the Pirates, making 40...