The 2024 Syracuse football season will go down as one of the most anticipated in a long time. Add the fact that the expanded 12 team playoff starts this season, what was already an exciting year has gotten a lot more interesting. With SU’s schedule, a spot in the College Football Playoff seems like a possibility for the first time. Here are the three things that I’m most excited about heading into the season.
A Quarterback Who Will Protect The Ball
I’ve been very vocal throughout the entire offseason that the transition from Shrader -> McCord worries me for a few reasons. The OSU transfers lack of elusiveness is something that SU fans will have to get used to. However, his pocket-passing style of play will add some years to our lives. The times of worrying if Garrett Shrader will get hurt from not sliding or trying to extend a play when he should have thrown it away are no longer. Kyle McCord will bring stability to the SU offense.
Oronde Gadsden Dominating Defenses
After missing pretty much all of last season due to an injury, Oronde Gadsden is the player I’m most excited to watch this season. The SU tight end is one of the best in the nation. With McCord bringing stability to the QB room and the addition of some receivers from the portal, Gadsden is prime to have the best season of his career.
The Fans Being Excited
It’s just fun to have a fanbase that might care about SU football again. Fran Brown has brought so much energy to the community. The emphasis on his team being out in the community has already started to pay off. Add in the new “Quad Walk” before games and it’ll be an awesome fan experience this season.
