Tag: Countdown to Camp 2016
Syracuse football preseason player file No. 1: Eric Dungey
Eric Dungey had a solid freshman season but missed several games following hits to the head. Entering his sophomore year, he hopes to be smarter with the ball. Read More »
Syracuse football player file No. 2: Chris Slayton
Chris Slayton is the only returning defensive lineman who recorded a sack last year. He'll have a key role in the interior of SU's defense. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason player file No. 3: Antwan Cordy
Antwan Cordy was one of Syracuse's best defensive players in 2015. He'll be counted on to lead a unit that's transitioning to a new scheme in 2016. Read More »
Syracuse football position battle to watch, No. 1: Backup quarterback
Eric Dungey is one hit away from leaving any game. Who would replace him is a key position battle to watch during training camp. Read More »
Syracuse football position battle to watch, No. 2: Defensive end
Syracuse has just a single player with collegiate experience at defensive end. How the Orange splits up playing time is a key position battle to watch during training camp. Read More »
Syracuse football position battle to watch, No. 3: Michael Lasker vs. Cody Conway
Michael Lasker and Cody Conway will battle for the starting left tackle position during training camp. The winner will be quarterback Eric Dungey's blindside protector. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason storylines, No. 1: How Syracuse adapts to Dino Babers' spread offense
Dino Babers may have brought along the shot in the arm the Syracuse offense needs. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason storylines, No. 2: Who slots in at defensive end?
Whoever is slotted at Syracuse's defensive end spots will likely go a long way in determining whether the defensive line will withstand the pressure of the ACC. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason storylines, No. 3: Can Eric Dungey stay in the pocket?
Whether or not Eric Dungey is more of a pocket passer will determine whether Syracuse has a more successful offense. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason player file No. 4: Dontae Strickland
Dontae Strickland went from a backup hybrid to Syracuse's starting running back. Here's a breakdown of the early progression from the SU sophomore. Read More »
Syracuse football position battle to watch, No. 4: Kayton Samuels vs. Steven Clark
Dino Babers said hippos rule the water. Nose tackles Kayton Samuels and Steven Clark are two of Syracuse's biggest hippos. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason storylines, No. 4: Will the playmakers step up
Wide receivers Steve Ishmael, Ervin Philips and Brisly Estime will likely all contribute as key playmakers for the Orange this year, but how influential will they be is the question. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason player file No. 5: Zaire Franklin
The weight of a turning around a defense that struggled last year rests on captain and middle linebacker Zaire Franklin's shoulders. Read More »
Syracuse football position battle to watch, No. 5: Rodney Williams vs. Kielan Whitner
Rodney Williams started the first five games at free safety last year, but an injury knocked him down on the depth chart. Kielan Whitner sits ahead of him at strong safety going into training camp. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason storylines, No. 5: Replacing Riley Dixon
Punter Riley Dixon was one of SU's top assets as a top-notch punter and trick play weapon. Sterling Hofrichter is set to take his spot. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason player file No. 6: Steve Ishmael
Steve Ishmael hasn't missed a game in his college career. But the junior receiver can still improve his consistency as a top target for Syracuse. Read More »
Syracuse football position battle to watch, No. 6: Nickel cornerback
While Syracuse's top two cornerback spots may be locked up, Juwan Dowels, Wayne Morgan and Christopher Fredrick could become SU's starting nickel corner. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason storylines, No. 6: How will SU's secondary adjust to the Tampa 2
Syracuse will be shifting to a Tampa-2 defense this year. But most of its personnel in the secondary doesn't fit with the Read More »
Syracuse football preseason player file No. 7: Brisly Estime
Brisly Estime has been one of Syracuse's most explosive offensive players in recent years, but that's only when he's healthy and the ball's in his hands. Read More »
Syracuse football position battle to watch, No. 7: Antwan Cordy vs. Chauncey Scissum
Antwan Cordy is smaller than the average Division I safety, but he is listed as Syracuse's starter at the free safety spot. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason storylines, No. 7: Rebuilding the offensive line
Syracuse is losing three starting offensive linemen from last year's team. How the Orange fills the voids is a storyline to watch entering training camp. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason player file No. 8: Ervin Philips
Learn about Syracuse inside wide receiver Ervin Philips, who will be a key among the Orange's receiver corps next season. Read More »
Syracuse football position battle to watch, No. 8: Jonathan Thomas vs. Ted Taylor
Jonathan Thomas is listed as Syracuse's starting strong-side linebacker, but Ted Taylor, his backup, started the last four games of 2015. Read More »
Syracuse football preseason storylines, No. 8: Running back depth
Rising sophomore Dontae Strickland was listed as SU's top running back on the post-spring depth chart. He's followed by Jordan Fredericks and Moe Neal. Read More »