Experience Plentiful on Orange Depth Chart
8/25/2014 12:59:00 PM | Football
Head coach Scott Shafer unveils his week one two-deep
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With the season opener just four days away, the Orange has released its two-deep for the Villanova game.
The 'Cuse depth chart features a number of returning student-athletes who've seen significant playing time and plenty of seniors.
"We have a team with some experience," said head coach Scott Shafer. "There will be some guys at key positions that are younger guys who we're counting on, but the bulk of the unit is back. That's really a good thing going into the first game against a good opponent. Having some of that 'been there, done that' mindset is going to go a long way on Friday night."
The Orange offense features nine seniors in starting roles, with seven seniors listed as starters on defense.
Shafer hopes the experience will help the Orange against an experienced opponent in Villanova, that is led by quarterback John Robertson.
"He's a very good football player," Shafer said. "He's a bright kid with great feet. He's quick and throws the ball well but runs the ball really well. They're schemed such that we're going to see all different formations, jet sweeps, quarterback reads and quarterback inside-outside takes, so it'll be real interesting when we get into this thing because they like to push the pace.
"They like to up the tempo, especially against the BCS opponents. We're prepared to go against that, but I'm sure we're going to have some hills and valleys throughout the course of the game."
Syracuse opens the season at home Friday, Aug. 29 against Villanova. Season tickets for 2014, which start at $99, and the three-game package that includes Villanova, Florida State and a third home game in the Dome of the fan's choice ($125 per package) are available now online (www.Cuse.com), by phone (888-DOMETIX), at Destiny USA kiosks and at the Carrier Dome Box Office (Gate B). In addition, discounted group tickets (20+), with prices as low as $10 each, are available for all home games by calling the Ticket Sales office (443-3212).
Tickets for the 'Syracuse Section' for the 2014 New York's College Classic vs. Notre Dame at MetLife Stadium are on sale now, starting at $45, via www.NYCollegeClassic.com, phone (888-DOMETIX, Option Zero), or in person at the Carrier Dome Box Office (Gate B).
For complete coverage of Syracuse and Syracuse football, follow us on Facebook (Syracuse Orange & Syracuse Football) and Twitter (@Cuse & @CuseFootball). Check out exclusive videos on Orange All-Access and behind-the-scenes pictures on Instagram (syracuseathletics).
With the season opener just four days away, the Orange has released its two-deep for the Villanova game.
The 'Cuse depth chart features a number of returning student-athletes who've seen significant playing time and plenty of seniors.
"We have a team with some experience," said head coach Scott Shafer. "There will be some guys at key positions that are younger guys who we're counting on, but the bulk of the unit is back. That's really a good thing going into the first game against a good opponent. Having some of that 'been there, done that' mindset is going to go a long way on Friday night."
The Orange offense features nine seniors in starting roles, with seven seniors listed as starters on defense.
Shafer hopes the experience will help the Orange against an experienced opponent in Villanova, that is led by quarterback John Robertson.
"He's a very good football player," Shafer said. "He's a bright kid with great feet. He's quick and throws the ball well but runs the ball really well. They're schemed such that we're going to see all different formations, jet sweeps, quarterback reads and quarterback inside-outside takes, so it'll be real interesting when we get into this thing because they like to push the pace.
"They like to up the tempo, especially against the BCS opponents. We're prepared to go against that, but I'm sure we're going to have some hills and valleys throughout the course of the game."
Syracuse opens the season at home Friday, Aug. 29 against Villanova. Season tickets for 2014, which start at $99, and the three-game package that includes Villanova, Florida State and a third home game in the Dome of the fan's choice ($125 per package) are available now online (www.Cuse.com), by phone (888-DOMETIX), at Destiny USA kiosks and at the Carrier Dome Box Office (Gate B). In addition, discounted group tickets (20+), with prices as low as $10 each, are available for all home games by calling the Ticket Sales office (443-3212).
Tickets for the 'Syracuse Section' for the 2014 New York's College Classic vs. Notre Dame at MetLife Stadium are on sale now, starting at $45, via www.NYCollegeClassic.com, phone (888-DOMETIX, Option Zero), or in person at the Carrier Dome Box Office (Gate B).
For complete coverage of Syracuse and Syracuse football, follow us on Facebook (Syracuse Orange & Syracuse Football) and Twitter (@Cuse & @CuseFootball). Check out exclusive videos on Orange All-Access and behind-the-scenes pictures on Instagram (syracuseathletics).
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