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Who would be on your college head coaching hot board if Babers goes?I'm at the point where I hope we start losing games just to get Dino out. The rare college tank
Recruiting woes aside, I'd like someone in here who game plans better. Talent disparity is one thing but I'd argue SU has had teams that are every bit as ready to play some of the larger programs they've played in Dino's tenure, but time and again his teams haven't shown up at all. We blast the awful programs, and get blasted by good ones- and even just decent ones sometimes.I gave the Virginia Tech site a prediction of 27-23, SU. The drop in quality of opponent is going to make the Orange look more like the team from the first four games than the last three.
I know that earlier this season, I mentioned Charles Huff of Marshall as a guy I would keep a little bit of an eye on as Babers' replacement (they've also lost three straight due to playing the toughest part of their schedule).
At the same time, I understand Syracuse is a very difficult place to coach for anyone, in large part due to a lack of a local recruiting base, especially in comparison to their ACC peers. The athletic department and program seem slow to respond to recent changes in the game (NIL, portal), but they are getting there. The addition of multiple players from brand-name programs through the portal this past offseason and the new fundraising program for NIL are evidence of that they are taking steps toward progress.
I do not know what a change of coaches would actually accomplish because anyone who replaces Babers would be in the exact same position regarding recruiting base, NIL, and portal. That person would also likely lose Rocky Long as defensive coordinator, probably leading to a change in defensive style, which would set that side of the ball back. Using the 3-3-5 reduces the number of linemen SU needs, which is a plus when it comes to recruiting. They do not have problems recruiting and developing LBs and DBs, but linemen (on both sides of the ball) are, and always will be, an issue.
I know Babers' record is not good. I know his conference record is even worse. I know he makes questionable decisions (clock management, kicking game) and the team lacks discipline at times (penalties). But, I don't think a change in coach is going to significantly change the fortunes of the program.
Dream world? Kliff Kingsbury or someone with NFL experience that's also a bit of a name. Really though I'd be happy with someone who can coach, but also will make up for in personality what we lack in NIL money.Who would be on your college head coaching hot board if Babers goes?
It needs to be:
1. Someone who understands northeast recruiting with an emphasis on strong ties to New Jersey.
2. Perhaps an alumni of the program who gets the tradition (like a Doug Marrone)
3. A person who can run an offense that takes advantage of the Dome's artificial conditions
4. Someone who embraces NIL and knows how to harness it appropriately.
Well, Rsears. You may have just gotten your wish. This is ugly, and the only thing more ugly is the Syracuse social media.I'm at the point where I hope we start losing games just to get Dino out. The rare college tank