Yasin Willis , who spent his early years in Newark, New Jersey, fostered tremendous success on and off the field at Syracuse. He is known for his persistence and work ethic. Born on November 29, 2001, in Newark, New Jersey, he stands 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighs 235 pounds – a solid frame for the rigors of college football. By the time he arrived and began his trajectory of success, he was at Saint Joseph Regional High School in Montvale, NJ, and became one of the best recruits in New Jersey.

When Willis took the field as a freshman at Syracuse in 2024, he played in 11 games, mostly as a backup running back. His limited number of snaps did not prevent him from making an impact. He registered 130 rushing yards on 36 carries, averaging 3.6 yards per attempt, plus a touchdown. He also had

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