Martin McCarthy

Joined: Aug 8, 2025

Martin McCarthy is a columnist The Juice Online with On SI. He has previously worked at FanSided.

Mar 4, 2023; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange former player Gerry McNamara speaks to the crowd during a ceremony to retire his number at JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports

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Sep 12, 2026; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange head coach Fran Brown reacts to a call during the first half against the California Golden Bears at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

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Jul 16, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Syracuse head coach Fran Brown speaks to the media during Media Day at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Jackson State's running back Ahmad Miller (27) celebrates a play during the game against Alcorn State in Jackson, Miss., on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

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With the Syracuse football season fast approaching, Fran Brown's roster has some notable question marks.

Sep 6, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange defensive back Demetres Samuel Jr. (1) breaks up a pass intended for UConn Huskies wide receiver Shamar Porter (5) during the second half at JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

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After a dismal 2025 campaign, Kehres arrives from Toledo looking to revitalize Syracuse's defense in 2026.

Kennesaw State quarterback Amari Odom celebrates a 19-15 victory over Jacksonville State in the C-USA Championship at AmFirst Stadium in Jacksonville, Alabama December 5, 2025. Odom was named MVP for the C-USA Championship. (Dave Hyatt / Hyatt Media LLC)

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After a brutal end to the 2025 football season, Fran Brown overhauled his quarterback room behind Steve Angeli.

Jul 16, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Syracuse quarterback Steve Angeli speaks to the media during Media Day at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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The return of Steve Angeli at quarterback brings hope for Fran Brown's Syracuse program.

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Syracuse still has one available scholarship spot, and they should use it on one specific position.

Feb 14, 2026; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange forward Kiyan Anthony (7) looks to get the ball past Southern Methodist University Mustangs guard Jaron Pierre Jr. (5) in the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

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With the NCAA tournament expanding to 76 teams in 2027, the season outlook for Syracuse men's basketball has changed.

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Syracuse's current roster makeup has some major question marks.

Feb 21, 2026; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Seton Hall Pirates center Najai Hines (25) steals the ball during the second half against the Georgetown Hoyas at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Najai Hines and Drew Fielder headline the list of candidates to replace William Kyle III next season.

Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Siena Saints head coach Gerry McNamara reacts against the Duke Blue Devils in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Gerry McNamara returns to a Syracuse program in need of a refresh.

Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Siena Saints head coach Gerry McNamara reacts in the first half during a first-round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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The former Syracuse point guard gave the top-seeded Blue Devils a massive scare in the opening round of the NCAA tournament.

Mar 5, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; South Florida Bulls head coach Bryan Hodgson reacts against the Memphis Tigers during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images

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South Florida head coach Bryan Hodgson reportedly will not be the next Syracuse men's basketball coach.

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With Bryan Blair set to be Syracuse's new athletic director, he will be tasked with overhauling the schools NIL efforts.

Martin McCarthy

Joined: Aug 8, 2025

Landing Moussa Kamissoko matters, but Gerry McNamara is still the key to Syracuse's future

Syracuse Football Has an Execution Problem, and Fran Brown Must Fix It Now

The one team Fran Brown and Syracuse Football must defeat in 2026

How long will Fran Brown stay at Syracuse?

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Who will lead Syracuse in rushing and receiving in 2026?

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Syracuse needs Vince Kehres to overhaul its defense quickly

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Did Syracuse Football solve its quarterback problem in the offseason?

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Why Syracuse Football can exceed expectations this season

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One major question left to be answered for Syracuse's 2026-27 roster

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How the expanded NCAA tournament field will impact Syracuse

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One glaring issue for Syracuse basketball’s current roster

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5 center portal targets that make sense for Syracuse Basketball

Gerry McNamara’s message to Syracuse embraces shifting college basketball landscape

Gerry McNamara's coaching clinic against Duke elevates his Syracuse status

Bryan Hodgson turning down Syracuse is another concerning sign

Bryan Blair could be the antidote to Syracuse's struggles