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The Orange has begun its first spring practice as a member of the ACC; technically, the program was still in the Big East during spring practices last year. After a mostly successful season, finishing with seven wins including a bowl win, Coach Shafer has some holes to fill and some interesting pieces in his current depth chart.
Four positions in four years
It is getting to be a yearly ritual: “Let’s see what position Ashton Broyld will play this year!” After playing quarterback as a senior in high school, running back as a freshman at SU, and H-back last year, Broyld is now listed as the top receiver opposite Jarrod West on the outside. Broyld had some good games last year as a receiver, and others where it really showed that he needed to learn the position. But, it seemed like Broyld quickly became a favorite target for Terrel Hunt on third downs or other times Hunt needed a big completion. If Broyld can develop this spring into a solid receiver, he could be a huge part of the SU offense as a steady option opposite West.
Punt Return
Yes, it may sound silly. And it was beaten over the head on Twitter. But Brisley Estime needs a legitimate chance to be the punt returner for the Orange. Hey, maybe Ritchy Desir is a solid punt returner, but 95 percent of the time, he either makes a fair catch or fumbles. Most of the time, he doesn’t even make an attempt to return the ball. In the Texas Bowl, a key play for the Orange was Estime’s punt return to set up the game-winning touchdown. Estime provided a spark that the Orange didn’t have all season while Desir was returning punts.
Quarterback
This is Terrel Hunt’s team. He deserves that chance going into the season. Hunt’s 2013 was very much a roller coaster: he could do no wrong against Wagner and Tulane; he could do no right against Florida State, Clemson and Georgia Tech; and then, at the end of the year, he led the Orange on a game-winning and season-continuing touchdown drive against BC and a win in the Texas Bowl. Hunt no doubt deserves to move on as the quarterback of the Orange, but the question is whether the improvements will keep coming for the rising redshirt junior. It was amazing to see Hunt’s growth from week to week later in the season and then how he built on the BC game in the Texas Bowl. It can only make Orange fans excited to see what he could do with a full offseason to improve.
Running Back
Jerome Smith decided to leave for the NFL, but Prince-Tyson Gulley, George Morris II and Devante McFarlane all return for SU. PTG will likely be the main ball-carrier this year, stepping into Jerome Smith’s vacated workhorse role. But who will step up and become the true no. 2 back? Both GMII and McFarlane played well in limited time last year, but my money is on GMII, who provided great sparks last season when he played. With more playing time, it is even possible GMII overtakes PTG as the lead running back this year because of his ability to make plays through tough running and bursts of speed. With that said, there could be plenty of opportunities for McFarlane, even if he ends up as the third running back on the depth chart this fall as seen last year when all four available running backs had opportunities at some point over the season.
Defensive Tackle
Who takes over for Jay Bromley in the middle of that defensive line? As of now, it’s Ryan Sloan, but maybe¬†JuCo transfer Wayne Williams¬†will be able to step in and make an impact. Whomever fills Bromley‚Äôs spot on the field will be an important piece for the Orange. SU needs to be able to rush the passer to alleviate some of the pressure from the secondary. If the Orange get a pass rush, opposing QBs will have less time to think and make decisions, and the SU secondary will need to be in coverage for less time, able to take advantage of poor throws.
This year could be big for Coach Shafer and the Orange‚Äîand it’s just a start. But position battles in the spring could set up the Orange for success early in the year. It doesn‚Äôt take much to¬†remember the QB situation before last season, and to think what could have possibly happened had Terrel Hunt been the starter all year.
Posted by: Seth Goldberg
260 responses to “Fizz Five: Depth Chart Notes for Syracuse Football Spring Practices”
I think you are confusing Steve Rene with Ritchy Desir in your punt return paragraph.
Finally FB talk!! @Ron,why don’t I get any repies from my messages? I left 3 or 4 comments/messages to you and even Terry but don’t ANYONE watch the board anymore?btw, I been busy after running into a longlost flame after 30yrs…you don’t think I forgot ya Ron? ha ha
@Russell Dangerfield;
It’s been so long for any kind of message from you Russell,I thought that you fed up with and had left the site.
If you look at all of your past post I believe that I’ve responded to all of them.
I apologize,if I offended you in any way.
I haven’t posted to many times concerning the articles on basketball. Reading what others have to say(at times)kinda gets me in a foul mood.
I’ve missed our discussions. What’s Don Bosco and Bergen Catholic going to look like this year? Have you noticed that we have a new recruiter for the NJ/LI/NYC areas? Have you paid attention to the fact that Syracuse is in NJ going after some highly regarded recruits for 2015? Lot’s to talk about. Welcome home my friend,welcome home.
Running into an old flame Russell sort of throws things a little out of kilter. I hope everything works out for you.
Oh,by the way just letting you know Terry and I have kept the wood stove stoked. The fire hasn’t burned out yet.
And so it begins. Welcome back guys.
After 30 years and a flame is great. I understand perfectly. Good luck getting burned,in a good way of course.As for Broyld. I’ll believe he can contribute when and only when he actually does. I saw nothing from Ashton that suggests he can catch a pass while running downfield.
@Malone;
Just letting everyone know that they’re still storing new materials for the IPF building over at one of the parking lots at Skytop. Construction on the building should start soon.
It’s good having everyone coming back to tqalk some football.
Ron/RUSS/Malone/etc. great to hear from you.
WTF!!!! The IPF(Facilities to me) should of started by now. No way ready for season, but maybe by FEB 2015 LOI day=stupid!! WHAT GOES???
Pro day I hear went good from a witness. At least they had a look!! free agents mostly!!
Maybe we have a friend in Seth!! DA seems to be the round ball guy!! Plenty of SUFB info now so lets hear it!! Thank you Seth!!
DO NOT FORGET THE KIDS OF PSABUSEDU!! THE NCAA DID!!
I’ve missed a lot of news but tried to catch up a week or two ago and even tried to figure out how I could contact you?NY/NJ recruiter..?Who? Running into an old (only 49) gf after 30yrs and the fires still burning!!Ha Ha..Im not gonna have as nuch time but won’t be gone for long periods anymore(I hope)…So ron tell me what I missed? Nice to see the gang gathering around the FB articles…I’m scared with these guys from NW starting something we don’t need?
Thanks for the welcome back guys!!
YW RUSS!
I’m wrong Terry? About what? Maybe a little slow but great to hear you’re big mouth again pal.Or maybe I misinterpreted the YW? Educate this old fool my friend ha ha
@Russell Dangerfield;
The only new thing was letting everyone know about the materials for the new IPF building getting stock piled up at Skytop and letting the staff at the Fizz know it’s football season and high time to start giving us information on the football team. Didn’t make them too happy with what I wrote. Oh well.
Your the one Russell that has some news to share. Meeting an old “FLAME” wow. Sounds great/exciting,I hope things work out for the two of you.
@Russell Dangerfield;
Russell I don’t want to send my personnal information out over the enternet.
I’ve tried a couple of years ago to get in touch with you too. All that I could gather was that a person named Russell McEachern lived in the Schnectady NY area and didin’t have a telephone number attached to the name. If this is you and you want to meet,I suggest at some point in the future,we meet for dinner at a resturant of your choice near where you live. I’ll bring my wife with me and you bring your girlfriend. How’s that sound?
With all that you and I have shared(on this website)over the last couple/three years kiddo,I’d consider it a crime and a shame if we never had the chance to meet. For a person that I’ve never met Russell,I’ve come to call you a friend and brother. We should give it a try “old friend”,we should give it a try.
come on orange..
Next time you look check G Granger an old friend and roomate whose passed but TW by a quirk screwed it up and I never bothered to straighten it out! About the old flame interesting story and turn of events caused a weird, fated unexpected lucky,chance reunion made for Hollywood!! She was only 16 when I met her and I was 28 in 1980…oh well I wish we could exchange emails somehow at least.I am like you wary and leary of passing personal info over the net? How about Fizz admins? If you find out check with me here for the green light so I’ll accept it!
Ron,Don Bosco,Bergen Catholic,St Peters Prep,”Timber Creek”public,St Joes”Montvale etc etc are all top 100 HS’s nationally with the latter being top 10. As usual all the bigtime coaches come through NYC to scour NJ the Fla of the North…in Fla NJ is called “lil Fla” by the kids.Now lets hope we still have an recognize FB in 10yrs?
Well hello guys. Nice to see fball talk again on this site. I have been checking in now and then but just not into the bball as much. It’s the same old thing with bball not to surprised with it. Very much excited with the team this year. Looking forward to the spring game.
Same with me Andy….primadonnas but Malone makes some good points! I’m just a FB guy.
Enjoy the site durring football season. There’s none of the name calling and nonsense seen on most sites. You guys police it well! Some good disagreement and debate but only an occasional idiot!
Looking forward to a better season. Ron has sold me on Shafer.. Still not convienced the offensive coaching staff is worth a damn. Suppose to be big South Florida recruiters.. Not so much!
You’ll all get tired of me ranting about the Administration reversing the “Nancy” dark years! I was an active alumni and left the fold because of her behavior. Our athletic programs and academic programs suffered under her hard “left” agenda……I’m back in the fold.. Want to give the new Chancellor a chance!
Enough said… Administration has to reinvest in the program and our student athletes.
Looking forward to Football!
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