Top New York running back commits to Syracuse football
PUBLISHED Jul 4, 2026, 12:56 AM ET
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BUFFALO, N.Y. — Elijah Kimble committed to Syracuse on Friday night, choosing the Orange over Indiana and North Carolina after receiving more than 30 Division I offers. The Canisius High School running back, a four-star recruit rated the state’s top player for the class of 2027, has totaled over 5,300 rushing yards and more than 70 touchdowns in his high school career. The announcement drew over 100 attendees and featured community celebration, with Kimble saying 'the best in New York stay in New York.' He told reporters he had been privately committed since June 10, following a recent recruiting visit to Syracuse, and coach Fran Brown is cited as a key factor in his decision; the commitment immediately bolsters Syracuse’s 2027 recruiting class.
By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Kimble accumulated 5,300+ rushing yards and 70+ touchdowns during his high school career.
- Kimble participated in a Syracuse recruiting visit prior to his private commitment.
- Kimble privately committed to Syracuse on June 10.
- The private commitment was kept secret until a Friday night public announcement attended by 100+ people.
- Post-announcement, Syracuse adds a four-star, top-ranked in-state running back to its 2027 class.
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- Elijah Kimble's commitment to Syracuse boosts local pride and the state's football reputation. It's a win for New York sports fans, especially those rooting for Syracuse. Check out the upcoming games to see this top player in action.
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Syracuse University’s football program and coach Fran Brown benefited by securing the state’s top-ranked 2027 running back, strengthening in-state recruiting and adding a four-star prospect with extensive production.
Competing programs including Indiana and North Carolina lost a high-profile, in-state prospect who had over 30 Division I offers, narrowing their running back recruiting options.
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