Syracuse football may have its next Duce Chestnut: ‘He is about his business’

Syracuse media day held at the Ensley Athletic Center

True freshman cornerback Marcellus Barnes Jr. poses for a portrait during Syracuse media day July 16 at the Ensley Athletic Center. Barnes is poised to be a consistent contributor on Syracuse's defense. Dennis Nett | dnett@syracuse.comdennis nett | dnett@syracuse.com

Syracuse, N.Y. — Duce Chestnut’s advice to Syracuse football’s rising star at his former position is simple.

Three years ago, Chestnut was the Orange’s hyped true freshman cornerback who ended up being a Freshman All-American and the runner-up for ACC Defensive Rookie of the Year.

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