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Sean Tucker Expects to Return to Syracuse in 2022

The Orange's star running back said only one thing could change his mind.
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Sean Tucker Expects to Return to Syracuse in 2022
Sean Tucker Expects to Return to Syracuse in 2022

Syracuse star running back Sean Tucker said during media availability on Tuesday that he expects to return to the Orange for the 2022 season. 

"I believe a lot I'm going to be here," Tucker said. 

The single season rushing yards record holder at Syracuse added that he expects to discuss that with his family and finalize the decision after the season. 

Tucker also stated following follow up questions that the only thing that he envisions being able to change his mind would be a coaching change. Dino Babers' fate has been a discussion amongst Syracuse fans all season. As has Tucker's for next season, as many have stated they expect him to transfer. 

Given the way players across the country flock to the portal, it is understandable why the question would arise. Tucker, however, seems to enjoy being at Syracuse, has a great relationship with the coaching staff, would be the focal point of the offense next season and is well liked in the locker room. 

His lead blocker, Chris Elmore, is also returning next season. That can only help the appeal for Tucker to return. 

"It definitely means a lot," Tucker said according to 247Sports. "He's definitely an experienced guy, been here a long time, and having him in the backfield with me would definitely help." 

Tucker has rushed for 1,467 yards and 12 touchdowns during the 2021 season with one game remaining. Despite the historic performance, the Doak Walker Award, which honors the best running back in college football on an annual basis, did not include him among its three finalists. 

The Orange wraps up the 2021 regular season against Pittsburgh on Saturday in the Carrier Dome. The game kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Eastern. 

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Title: Publisher All Syracuse Education: Roberts Wesleyan College Location: Syracuse, New York Expertise: Syracuse basketball, football and recruiting.  EXPERIENCE Mike McAllister has been covering Syracuse basketball, football and recruiting for more than a decade. Mike's career started with his own free blog as a way to vent following sporting events. Shortly thereafter, a network of basketball sites called Coast 2 Coast Hoops asked him to run their Syracuse site. That site was called Nation of Orange, and Mike quickly established it as a go-to for Syracuse fans.  After running Nation of Orange for several months, a position with the Syracuse site on the Scout network became available. After one year as the recruiting expert with Cuse Nation, he was named the publisher. Mike oversaw the transition from Scout to 247Sports, and ran the site on that network for years.  Presented with the opportunity to join one of the biggest names in the sports journalism industry, Sports Illustrated, Mike jumped at the chance. All Syracuse was started from scratch by Mike and the Fan Nation team. It has now become a staple for Orange fans of various sports.  Mike has broken news on recruiting, Syracuse basketball and football team information and has established himself as the top recruiting inside in the market. He has appeared on local radio shows, television broadcasts, national radio shows and much more. Mr. McAllister has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting and Information Management from Roberts Wesleyan College. 

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