# Syracuse Football Depth Chart REVEALED | Fran Brown Made Some SURPRISING Decisions

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Podcast: [Locked On Syracuse - Daily Podcast On Syracuse Orange Football & Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-syracuse-daily-podcast-on-syracuse-orange-football-basketball-818696)
Published: 2026-09-01T22:00:00+00:00
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Syracuse Orange Football kicks off the season with depth chart surprises and heated position battles. Who will seize the backup quarterback spot as Malachi Nelson and Amari Odom push each other right up to game day? The running back room gets a shakeup too, with Tylik Hill earning RB1 status and LSU transfer Ju'Juan Johnson sidelined—will Hill hold the role against tougher opponents? Hosts Jackson Holzer and Neil Adler break down Fran Brown’s strategic decisions, including Darius Johnson’s rise as starting slot receiver and the impact of Justus Ross-Simmons’ eligibility saga. The episode examines injury updates on Tyshawn Russell and Calvin Russell, evaluates the wide receiver room's breakout potential, and questions whether Syracuse can dominate New Hampshire in their opener. Don’t miss insights on the evolving Orange offense, defensive depth, and what fans should look for as game day approaches.

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