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Syracuse football spring practice preview (linebackers)

Syracuse senior Parris Bennett returns at weak-side linebacker after leading the team with 110 tackles last season. (Stephen D. Cannerelli | scannerelli@syracuse.com)

Syracuse, N.Y. -- Syracuse football opens spring practice this week, and to help set the table for Year 2 of the Dino Babers era, syracuse.com/The Post-Standard will run through each position group.

Today, we'll take a look at the linebackers.

Who will practice:

Sr. Zaire Franklin

One thing to know: The leader of the team and returning starter at middle linebacker, Franklin could become SU's first three-time captain since the 1890s.