Power Back Who Set the Tone Early for Syracuse
Delone Carter was a physical, downhill running back for Syracuse who made an immediate impact as a freshman, becoming the first freshman to lead the Orange in rushing since 1978 and averaging 59.4 rushing yards per game, which ranked 11th among NCAA freshmen in that season. His game was built on contact balance, toughness, and short-yardage reliability rather than explosive, every-down speed, making him the kind of back coaches trust when they want consistency and edge. If you value a runner who can carry the load and punish defenses, Carter fits the mold.
