Syracuse tight end Josh Parris out indefinitely with lower-body injury

Syracuse junior tight end Josh Parris will undergo surgery after suffering a lower-body injury, the school announced Tuesday. The surgery is scheduled for

Syracuse junior tight end Josh Parris will undergo surgery after suffering a lower-body injury, the school announced Tuesday.

The surgery is scheduled for Wednesday. Parris' status for the upcoming season is unknown.

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Parris, who was projected to start, appeared in all 13 games last season, catching 13 passes for 90 yards.

The Orange open the season Aug. 29 against Villanova.

- Chris Johnson