In Episode 23 of the "Syracuse Sports Podcast," Syracuse.com's Brent Axe lays out the case that the Syracuse University men's basketball team is the perfect fit for the 'First Four' play-in round for the 2018 NCAA Tournament. Bracketologist Patrick Stevens returns to the podcast to tell Brent what Syracuse's chances are to hear their named on Selection Sunday. Also, Brent discusses a Yahoo Sports article featuring Jim Boeheim that covers a variety of topics. Axe says it is time to pay college athletes and explains how it can be done. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices