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Syracuse Football Spring Game Instant Reactions Apr 21, 2024

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Brent Axe and Emily Leiker recap the Syracuse University football spring game from the JMA Wireless Dome.

Syracuse QB Kyle McCord certainly looked the part, leading the offense on two 75-yard scoring drives and connecting on several sharp throws. SU's backup QB situation? That's still a concern.

Emily and Brent also tell you who else stood out on offense and defense including RB Yasin Wills, WR Zeed Haynes, DE Fadil Diggs and RT Darius Weatherspoon

You'll also hear from Syracuse head coach Fran Brown.

Our Syracuse Sports Insiders helped shape the conversation with their questions and opinions on the Syracuse Football Spring Game.

Become a Syracuse Sports Insider today! Text "orange" to 315-847-3895 to get direct access to Brent to get your opinions heard and questions answered on the Syracuse Sports podcast.

You can also text Brent anytime, including during and after SU games. As a Syracuse Sports Insider, you will get Brent's opinion and reaction to breaking news first via text message, your messages get priority on postgame shows and podcasts, he'll take you behind-the-scenes of SU sports and more!

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Syracuse Football: Kyle McCord on how Orange are coming together and spring practice superlatives Apr 18, 2024

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On the latest episode of Syracuse Sports, Brent Axe, Emily Leiker and Chris Carlson offer some final Syracuse football spring practice observations before the Spring Game at the JMA Wireless Dome. Brent, Emily and Chris also hand out some spring superlatives including media MVP, the spring standout and most exciting addition.

You'll also hear from Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord and new offensive line coach Dale Williams.

Our Syracuse Sports Insiders helped shape the conversation with their questions and opinions on Syracuse football.

Become a Syracuse Sports Insider today! Text "orange" to 315-847-3895 to get direct access to Brent to get your opinions heard and questions answered on the Syracuse Sports podcast and SU basketball postgame shows.

You can also text Brent anytime, including during and after SU games. As a Syracuse Sports Insider, you will get Brent's opinion and reaction to breaking news first via text message, your messages get priority on the postgame show and podcasts, he'll take you into the SU locker room with behind-the-scenes access and more!

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How Dyaisha Fair will succeed in the WNBA, SU lax has to beat BC and Danny Parkins on "Pipeline to the Pros" Apr 17, 2024

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On the latest episode of Syracuse Sports, Brent Axe discusses Dyaisha Fair being drafted by the Las Vegas Aces and the advantages and disadvantages she will face as the shortest player in the WNBA. Brent also wonders how and when Syracuse Women's Lacrosse can get by its nemesis, Boston College, and needs to in order to stay on a path towards the national championship.

Brent then welcomes Syracuse alum Danny Parkins to the show to discuss his new book "Pipeline to the Pros" which chronicles how some of the biggest names in the NBA got their start at Division III. Danny, a host on 670 The Score in Chicago also discusses the upcoming NFL Draft and why the Chicago Bears are locked in on Caleb Williams at No. 1 and shares some stories of his time in Syracuse with Axe in their time working together in radio.

Our Syracuse Sports Insiders helped shape the conversation with their questions and opinions.

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Syracuse football: Building a depth chart; How aggressive will Fran Brown be in new portal window? Apr 16, 2024

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On the latest episode of Syracuse Sports, Brent Axe and Emily Leiker discuss the latest addition to the Syracuse roster (a cornerback from Notre Dame) with the new transfer portal window open (April 16-30) and how else Fran Brown's roster could be shaped by it.

Emily and Brent then go through our first projected depth chart for SU Football with the spring game approaching.

You'll also hear from Syracuse head coach Fran Brown and new special team coordinator James Vollono. Brown explains the format for the spring game and his approach to the portal. Vollono tells a good story of how he cold called Brown to get the job at Syracuse with a fun response from Brown.

Our Syracuse Sports Insiders helped shape the conversation with their questions and opinions on Syracuse football.

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Donovan McNabb talks Fran Brown, NIL, Kyle McCord and whether he should be in the Hall of Fame Apr 12, 2024

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Syracuse football legend Donovan McNabb joins Brent Axe on the latest episode of Syracuse Sports.

Axe and McNabb discuss life after football, receiving the prestigious George Arents award from Syracuse University, Fran Brown taking over SU football, whether he'll get involved in donating money for NIL, how new SU QB Kyle McCord will establish himself as a leader and how he feels about not being in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Our Syracuse Sports Insiders helped shape the conversation with their questions and opinions on Syracuse football.

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Try it free for 2 weeks, then it's just $3.99 a month after that. You can cancel at anytime.

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You can email Brent at baxe@syracuse.com

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Mailbag! Answering your Syracuse football spring practice questions Apr 11, 2024

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It's a mailbag edition of Syracuse Sports as Brent Axe and Emily Leiker answer questions from Syracuse Sports Insiders on SU football spring football.

Brent and Emily answer your questions on the offensive line, NIL, recruiting and much more. You'll also hear from new SU wide receivers coach Ross Douglas who had some entertaining stories about working with Bill Belichick in New England and why he followed Fran Brown to Syracuse.

Our Syracuse Sports Insiders helped shape the conversation with their questions and opinions on Syracuse football.

Become a Syracuse Sports Insider today! Text "orange" to 315-847-3895 to get direct access to Brent to get your opinions heard and questions answered on the Syracuse Sports podcast.

Try it free for 2 weeks, then it's just $3.99 a month after that. You can cancel at anytime.

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You can email Brent at baxe@syracuse.com

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Syracuse football: Two key receivers are out of spring ball; Fran Brown reviews SU's scrimmage Apr 09, 2024

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On the latest episode of Syracuse Sports, Brent Axe and Emily Leiker have a new report from Syracuse football spring practice.

Two key Orange receivers, Oronde Gadsden and Jackson Meeks, will miss the rest of spring practice. Brent and Emily update you on their status and recovery time. Head Coach Fran Brown describes some of the stand outs from SU's first scrimmage over the weekend and his approach to holding out Meeks and Gadsden.

Brent points out a few key recruits that visited over the weekend and Emily shares observations from a lot of time spent with the Orange defensive line.

You'll also hear from new Syracuse edge coach Nick Williams on why he came to Syracuse, including a neat story of a chance encounter with Fran Brown. Williams is rated by 247 Sports as one of the best recruiters in the country. You'll hear Williams describe what his recruiting philosophy is and how he relates to his players.

Our Syracuse Sports Insiders helped shape the conversation with their questions and opinions on Syracuse football.

Become a Syracuse Sports Insider today! Text "orange" to 315-847-3895 to get direct access to Brent to get your opinions heard and questions answered on the Syracuse Sports podcast.

Try it free for 2 weeks, then it's just $3.99 a month after that. You can cancel at anytime.

Subscribe to Syracuse Sports on Spotify https://l.syracuse.com/PKMGpR

You can email Brent at baxe@syracuse.com

Subscribe to our Syracuse Orange Sports Report newsletter! Find out how at https:// syracuse.com/newsletters

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Syracuse football has a clear QB 1, but how is the rest of the room shaping up? Apr 05, 2024

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On the latest episode of Syracuse Sports, Brent Axe and Emily Leiker put the spotlight on the Syracuse football quarterback room.

Ohio State transfer Kyle McCord is clearly QB 1 for the Orange. How is he leading and developing chemistry with his new teammates since arriving in January?. How is the backup QB situation rounding out? Brent and Emily discuss that and hear from QB coach Nunzio Campanile and tight end Dan Villari on how McCord is acclimating at Syracuse.

Our Syracuse Sports Insiders helped shape the conversation with their questions and opinions on Syracuse football.

You can also text Brent anytime, including during and after SU games. As a Syracuse Sports Insider, you will get Brent's opinion and reaction to breaking news first via text message, your messages get priority on the postgame show and podcasts, he'll take you into the SU locker room with behind-the-scenes access and more!

Try it free for 2 weeks, then it's just $3.99 a month after that. You can cancel at anytime.

Subscribe to Syracuse Sports on Spotify https://l.syracuse.com/PKMGpR

You can email Brent at baxe@syracuse.com

Subscribe to our Syracuse Orange Sports Report newsletter! Find out how at https:// syracuse.com/newsletters

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How the Syracuse secondary is shaping up in Fran Brown's new defense Apr 02, 2024

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On the latest episode of Syracuse Sports, Brent Axe and Emily Leiker put the focus on Syracuse football's secondary and how it is shaping up in Fran Brown's new defense.

Brent and Emily give you their observations on the secondary from recent SU football practices, who is rounding out into starting positions in that unit and describe the importance of the "Star" role in the defense.

You'll also hear from Syracuse head coach Fran Brown and new secondary coach Joe Schaefer.

Our Syracuse Sports Insiders helped shape the conversation with their questions and opinions on Syracuse football.

You can also text Brent anytime, including during and after SU games. As a Syracuse Sports Insider, you will get Brent's opinion and reaction to breaking news first via text message, your messages get priority on the postgame show and podcasts, he'll take you into the SU locker room with behind-the-scenes access and more!

Try it free for 2 weeks, then it's just $3.99 a month after that. You can cancel at anytime.

Subscribe to Syracuse Sports on Spotify https://l.syracuse.com/PKMGpR

You can email Brent at baxe@syracuse.com

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Maliq Brown enters the portal: How will Adrian Autry respond for Syracuse? Apr 01, 2024

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Brent Axe and Mike Waters chat live after Syracuse basketball's Maliq Brown enters the transfer portal. Where does the Syracuse roster stand now with Brown's departure and who could Syracuse look to in order to replace Brown and SU's other transfers?

Our Syracuse Sports Insiders helped shape the conversation with their questions and opinions on Syracuse basketball.

You can also text Brent anytime, including during and after SU games. As a Syracuse Sports Insider, you will get Brent's opinion and reaction to breaking news first via text message, your messages get priority on the postgame show and podcasts, he'll take you into the SU locker room with behind-the-scenes access and more!

Try it free for 2 weeks, then it's just $3.99 a month after that. You can cancel at anytime.

Subscribe to Syracuse Sports on Spotify https://l.syracuse.com/PKMGpR

You can email Brent at baxe@syracuse.com

Subscribe to our Syracuse Orange Sports Report newsletter! Find out how at https:// syracuse.com/newsletters

Follow @BrentAxeMedia on X (https://twitter.com/BrentAxeMedia), Threads (https://www.threads.net/@brent_axe) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/brent_axe/)

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