Syracuse defensive lineman KingJoseph Edwards plans to enter Transfer Portal

Syracuse Orange defensive lineman KingJoseph Edwards plans to enter the Transfer Portal, per On3’s Hayes Fawcett. He spent one season with the Orange, taking a redshirt.

KingJoseph Edwards played in five games during the 2024 season, including the bowl game. That allowed him to use his redshirt for the season. It also means that he will have four seasons of eligibility at his next school.

In that relatively limited playing time, KingJoseph Edwards made five tackles. He also had three sacks and a quarterback hurry, flashing his excellent pass rushing potential.

Coming out of high school at Mill Creek in Georgia, KingJoseph Edwards was a three-star recruit in the Class of 2024. He was also the 429th-ranked player nationally and the 42nd-ranked edge rusher in the country. Ultimately, he would choose to go to Syracuse over offers from schools like Colorado and Florida State, among others. He was also scouted by On3’s Charles Power ahead of his commitment.

“KingJoseph Edwards earned the nod as On3 MVP at the Under Armour Atlanta regional after putting together what was the most complete day from start to finish,” Power wrote. “The 6-foot-4, 230-pounder impressed in with quick, explosive movements in footwork drills. When the bags came out, he promptly showed off active and violent hands. Those skills crossed over to the 1-on-1 portion of the day where Edwards put together a number of impressive wins against offensive tackles. He won his first rep with a quick first step and high-level inside move. He also showed some speed to power and pop on contact in following reps. Edwards was also singled out as a standout performer by Under Armour defensive line coach Nathan O’Neal following the event. The 2024 prospect holds offers from the likes of Texas A&M, Texas, Florida State, Tennessee, Arkansas and several others. He’s transferred to powerhouse Buford (Ga.) High after playing his sophomore season at Hebron Christian Academy.”

2024 was the first season for Syracuse under head coach Fran Brown. The former Georgia Bulldogs assistant led an excellent turnaround in his first season leading the Orange. That saw Syracuse go from 6-7 to 10-3 and win the Holiday Bowl.

Brown is hoping to replicate that success in his second season with Syracuse. It won’t be easy, though, and now his defensive line depth is going to be tested before the season begins.

The On3 Transfer Portal Instagram account and Twitter account are excellent resources to stay up to date with the latest moves.

To keep up with the latest players on the move, check out On3’s Transfer Portal wire.