# Justus Ross-Simmons UPGRADES Syracuse Football's Wide Receiver Room | What's the Unit's UPSIDE?

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Podcast: [Locked On Syracuse - Daily Podcast On Syracuse Orange Football & Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-syracuse-daily-podcast-on-syracuse-orange-football-basketball-818696)
Published: 2026-08-17T22:00:00+00:00
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Syracuse Orange boost their wide receiver depth as Justus Ross-Simmons returns to the roster, shaking up the ACC outlook just weeks before the season opener. Does his late addition signal new confidence—or deeper concerns—in Fran Brown's receiving corps? Jackson Holzer and Neil Adler break down Ross Simmons’ impact, highlight Darius Johnson and Zamondre Merriweather’s rise in fall camp, and question whether established chemistry can overcome injuries and late roster moves. Insights include the battle for starting spots, Steve Angeli’s quarterback connection, and what it takes for Syracuse’s wide receiver group to rank among the ACC’s elite—or possibly fall short.

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