No. 4: Uncertainty among running backs
Running back was one of several weak spots for SU last season, and it remains clouded with uncertainty as the Orange isn't returning its top two rushers from last season. Read more »
Countdown to Camp
No. 5: Replacing Sean Hickey on a retooled offensive line
SU offensive line coach Joe Adam will be looking for answers on an offensive line that is without Sean Hickey, now a member of the New Orleans Saints. Read more »
No. 6: The re-vamped defensive line
Kayton Samuels and Chris Slayton had tremendous springs, according to head coach Scott Shafer. They'll be important pieces for SU and its revamped defensive line. Read more »
No. 7: The 3rd linebacker spot
Zaire Franklin and Marqez Hodge have two of the linebacker spots locked up, but the third spot could be given to one of three different players. Read more »
No. 8: Ervin Philips' time to shine
Ervin Philips will be the top player in Syracuse's new "hybrid" position in 2015. He finished the 2014 season with 71 yards in his final three games. Read more »
Scott Shafer says Tim Daoust is ready to be defensive coordinator if necessary
If defensive coordinator Chuck Bullough was to move on, Tim Daoust has Scott Shafer's trust to fill the role. Read more »
Scott Shafer explains reasoning for 3 scholarship kickers on roster
Syracuse has three kickers on scholarship, which may seem excessive, but Scott Shafer explained his reasoning at Media Day on Tuesday. Read more »
Scott Shafer doesn't guarantee senior Julian Whigham will start at cornerback
Syracuse head coach Scott Shafer didn't guarantee senior Julian Whigham a starting cornerback spot but rather emphasized the level of competition SU will have at the position. Read more »
Scott Shafer tells 'story' of No. 44 at ACC Media Day
Syracuse head coach Scott Shafer discussed his feelings on Tuesday about No. 44 and its historic place within the SU football program. Read more »
Dave Doeren on George McDonald: 'He probably said some things he wishes he didn't say'
North Carolina State head coach Dave Doeren briefly discussed his new wide receivers coach Tuesday, former Syracuse offensive coordinator George McDonald. Read more »
AJ Long reportedly wearing cast on right hand, expects to be ready for camp
Sophomore quarterback AJ Long reportedly has his throwing hand in a cast, but Scott Shafer expects him to be ready for preseason camp. Read more »
No. 9: Wayne Morgan's return to the defense
Wayne Morgan missed the last nine games of last season with a right knee injury, and he'll need to help anchor the defense from the cornerback spot to compensate for the graduation of cornerback Brandon Reddish. Read more »
Terrel Hunt: 'I feel like we should definitely get paid some type of stipend'
Terrel Hunt considers playing quarterback at the D-I level a full-time job deserving of pay. He added all Division-I athletes should receive monetary compensation. Read more »
Terrel Hunt and Zaire Franklin are optimistic at ACC Media Day
Terrel Hunt and Zaire Franklin know Syracuse went 3-9 last year. They've received countless questions about it. But they don't care about the past and expressed only forward-looking optimism for the 2015 season. Read more »
No. 10: Steve Ishmael's expanded role in year 2
Steve Ishmael broke out last year as a freshman and will be heavily relied upon as Syracuse's primary receiving threat. Read more »
No. 11: Inexperience at center
Rob Trudo, a senior and Syracuse's expected starter at center, hasn't even played the position in college. He highlights an inexperienced group of centers. Read more »
No. 12: The backup quarterback battle
Behind incumbent starter Terrel Hunt are five players all hoping to be named his backup. AJ Long and Austin Wilson have the most experience, but did little with their extended opportunities last season. Read more »
No. 13: Usage of Brisly Estime and Ashton Broyld
Brisly Estime and Ashton Broyld were both hampered by injury last season, and time will tell if they can finally bring their flashes of skill on a more consistent basis. Read more »
No. 14: The kicker spot could still be up in the air
A strong freshman campaign from Cole Murphy and an unknown skill set from Sterling Hofrichter have the kicker battle seemingly still up in the air. Ryan Norton, who struggled last season, could still be in the hunt, too. Read more »
No. 15: The long snapper intrigue
With Sam Rodgers' graduation, the long snapper position looks to be in the fate of the top-ranked prospect in the country at the position, true freshman Matt Keller. Read more »
Syracuse football freshmen: Sheppard, Carter, Pickard, Whitner, Womack, Taylor
Syracuse welcomes in 26 members of its Class of 2015. The Daily Orange is breaking them down in groups of five as they prepare to move in this weekend. Read more »
Syracuse football freshmen: Ellison, Dungey, Keller, Clark, Ealey
Syracuse welcomes in 26 members of its Class of 2015. The Daily Orange is breaking them down in groups of five as they prepare to move in this weekend. Read more »
Syracuse football freshmen: Blair, Hofrichter, Fredrick, Cross, Henderson
Syracuse welcomes in 26 members of its Class of 2015. The Daily Orange is breaking them down in groups of five as they prepare to move in this weekend. Read more »
Syracuse football freshmen: Strickland, Giudice, Adams, Duerig, Cullen
Syracuse welcomes in 26 members of its Class of 2015. The Daily Orange is breaking them down in groups of five as they prepare to move in this weekend. Read more »
