Orange offensive lineman Macky MacPherson said Syracuse coach Scott Shafer has taken a step back and allowed the staff and the upperclassmen take on leadership roles in the program .
Syracuse coach Scott Shafer was promoted from defensive coordinator after the departure of Doug Marrone .
Orange offensive lineman Macky MacPherson said Syracuse coach Scott Shafer , who was promoted from defensive coordinator after the departure of Doug Marrone , has taken a step back and allowed the staff and the upperclassmen take on leadership roles in the program .