Syracuse Football 2025 Preview: How does the Orange defense replace stud linebackers?

Take an in-depth look at the linebacker position for the Syracuse Orange football team during the upcoming 2025 season. | Edward Diller/GettyImagesThe linebacker position has been an undeniable strength for Syracuse football in recent years. Outside of the time he missed last season due to injury, Marlowe Wax was a four-year starter, twice leading the Orange in tackles. Justin Barron was last year’s leading tackler, playing mostly as a linebacker in Wax’s absence. Of course, both players have moved on to the NFL, leaving big shoes to fill at linebacker. While there are some familiar names still on the roster, let’s take a closer look at what Syracuse’s situation at linebacker looks like ahead of the 2025 season.

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