# Syracuse Football's Offensive Line is a HUGE QUESTION | Can Fran Brown & Juan Castillo FIX IT?

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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: 2026-08-24T22:00:00+00:00
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Syracuse Orange’s offensive line faces a high-stakes test under new coach Juan Castillo after last season’s struggles in the ACC. Can veterans like Trevion Mack and breakout candidate Byron Washington elevate their game and anchor a turnaround? The conversation focused on starting five projections, emerging depth pieces like Kahlil Stewart and Jayden Mann, and whether former backups are ready for a starting role. A key theme that emerged was special teams’ potential as a Syracuse strength. Kicker Tripp Woody returns following a clutch 2025, and freshman punter Jimmy Gregg arrives as the nation’s top-rated prospect at his position. The discussion explored Alex Bayer’s arrival as special teams coordinator, the search for consistent return men, and how these changes might boost the Orange’s edge in 2026. Will special teams and an improved line fuel Syracuse’s push for ACC contention?

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