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Syracuse basketball faces a pivotal offseason as the search for a new head coach appears inevitable. Can the Orange find the perfect leader to restore their glory, or will loyalty cloud their judgment yet again? Jackson Holzer weighs the pros and cons of five potential coaching profiles, from experienced Power Conference head coaches to retired legends like Jay Wright and Tony Bennett. The debate intensifies around the prospect of hiring from within, as names such as Gerry McNamara and Mike Hopkins resurface—does continuity trump fresh perspective?Exploring coaching résumés across the NCAA, Jackson Holzer compares successful mid-major transitions, examines the risks of hiring untested assistants, and questions whether Syracuse’s storied tradition should shape this high-stakes decision. With consecutive missed NCAA tournaments on the line, every choice carries weight. Who will steer the Orange back to ACC and national prominence? Share your thoughts and join the conversation on Syracuse basketball’s future. Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lockedon_syracuse?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/lockedonsyracuse/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582737780703Locked On Syracuse Twitter: https://twitter.com/LO_SyracuseJackson Holzer's Twitter: https://x.com/jholzer52 Everydayer Club If 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! GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. MazdaLike our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count.There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s more to you. Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life.Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuelIf you’re a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 2