RISING: Syracuse Football's Linebackers have been UPGRADED | What's the Unit's CEILING?

Syracuse Orange football’s linebacker corps could be the surprise strength of the 2026 season. Can Antoine DesLauriers take the next step as a defensive leader and elevate this unit among the ACC’s best? Jackson Holzer breaks down DesLauriers' potential breakout, the proven abilities of transfer Chris D'Appolonia from Toledo, and edge rusher Keyshawn Johnson’s FCS dominance—while asking if their success will translate at the Power Five level. Analysis covers the importance of experienced backups like Gary Bryant, Zyian Moultrie-Goddard, and David Omopariola, plus the wildcard potential of Jamie Tremble, a four-star tight-end-turned-linebacker who could emerge as a key pass rusher. The discussion explores whether Syracuse’s linebackers will become a game-changing asset or fall short amid ACC competition, spotlighting new defensive coordinator Vince Kehres’ role in their development. Is this group an X-factor for the Orange’s season ambitions?   Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lockedon_syracuse?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/lockedonsyracuse/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582737780703 Locked On Syracuse Twitter: https://twitter.com/LO_Syracuse Jackson Holzer's Twitter: https://x.com/jholzer52   Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.