Syracuse is continuing to reshape its roster through the transfer portal, and the latest addition adds some much-needed muscle to the tight end room. Former Western Kentucky tight end Noah Meyers has committed to the Orange, giving them a reliable pass-catching option with two years of eligibility left.
Meyers is coming off a breakout season with the Hilltoppers, where he caught 32 passes for 357 yards and two touchdowns. That jump in production came after a quieter 2024 campaign, in which he played just five games and recorded seven catches for 123 yards. He redshirted in 2023, so there's still plenty of runway for development - and Syracuse is betting on that upside.
Standing out as WKU’s primary tight end this past season, Meyers showed he can be a dependable target in the middle of the field. He's got a solid frame and good hands, and he brings a level of experience that Syracuse desperately needs after the departures of several key pass-catchers.
With wide receivers Darrell Gill Jr., Johntay Cook, and Emanuel Ross entering the portal, and tight end Dan Villari out of eligibility, the Orange were staring down a thin depth chart. Meyers helps fill that void.
He won’t be alone, either. Syracuse has also brought in Cole Weaver from Miami (Ohio) and Elijah Moore from Florida State as part of a broader effort to retool its receiving corps.
It’s clear the staff is prioritizing weapons for the offense - and with good reason. The Orange are looking to bounce back and build a more balanced, dynamic attack in 2026.
Meyers becomes the 18th player to commit to Syracuse out of the portal this offseason, part of a major roster overhaul that’s seen 28 players leave. On the defensive side, reinforcements are also on the way - a necessary move after the Orange allowed a conference-high 34.9 points per game last season in the ACC.
This is a team in transition, but there’s a clear plan taking shape. With Meyers in the mix, Syracuse adds another piece to the puzzle - one that could pay dividends in both the passing game and the run-blocking department. If he continues to build on the strides he made last year, he could be a key contributor in the Orange’s offensive resurgence.