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NavyHog

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(AP) Appalachian Mountains – Another rousing Powerhouse Hall of Fame ceremony was held at Coach Flanntastic’s palatial hillbilly mansion. Guest speaker Tickle from the hit show “Moonshiners” passed out before he could announce the selectees below:

5[sup]th[/sup] Powerhouse Hall of Fame
Dennis Williams North Carolina, MLB
Justin Powell North Carolina, G
Brandon Moore, North Carolina, HB
Adam Johnson, Cincinnati, QB
Jay Concepcion, Virginia, SS

6th Powerhouse Hall of Fame
Leon Goddard, Wake Forest, DE
Jimmy Louis, North Carolina, DE

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Mrs. Flanntastic, as always, was a gracious host.
 

NavyHog

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(AP) Charlotte - #1 Virginia escapes with a 19-12 victory over Wake Forest despite being down 2-1 in TOP, held to 205 yards total offense and scoring no offensive TDs. A 109 yard KR TD by returner extroidanare Jason Ferguson and a stingy UVA defense that held Wake Forest to 4 red zone FGs keyed the Cavalier victory. Wake Forest was inside the 10 with 18 seconds to play, but SO-CB Tyler Meyers undercut a pass in the back of the end zone for the game clinching INT.

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Crazy game. Jason Ferguson returns 3 KRs for TDs to lead UVA to a 55-42 win over Tennessee. One of the KRs was from the onside formation.


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Big play in the screen game from AA HB Grant Berry
 

NavyHog

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(AP) Charlottesville - #2 Virginia was able to hold off an inspired North Carolina St team 35-25. It was close despite a huge 99-83 talent disparity and a slower than molasses Wolfpack receiving core. GG @Dakota2147 your pro-style offense and GL use pick was sweet.

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NavyHog

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(AP) Charlottesville - #3 UVA beats #2 Cincinnati by forcing 5 turnovers and playing strong defense for 4 quarters. JR-HB Jason Ferguson was the offensive MVP with 107 yds rushing (TD) and a 103 yd KR TD.

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(AP) Chapel Hill - #1 Virginia was outgained in total yardage, but won the turnover battle to win 34-14 over #2 UNC. The defense provided 5 INTs and Jason Ferguson had another 100 yd rushing/100 KR TD.

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NavyHog

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(AP) Charlottesville- #1 Virginia defeats #2 Wake 27-10 behind a stingy defense and another spectacular return TD by Jason Ferguson. Ferguson took a punt 63 yds for his 18th career return TD (14 KOR, 4 punt return) to make it 24-10 late in the 4th quarter.

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Powerhouse Preseason Predictions

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ACC Atlantic
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1. Cincinnati. The media favorite Bearcats were a FG away from taking the Atlantic last year and finished the season in the top 3. Heisman favorite QB Tremayne Alexander returns to lead the offense after an award winning season in which he threw for over 4,600 yards, ran for over 1,000, and scored 67 total touchdowns. His top target, Josh Thompson, returns as well after catching 73 balls for 1,673 yards and 16 TDs. However, Alexander will have to keep the turnovers to a minimum, especially in key games, and the Bearcats' rushing attack outside of Alexander will need to improve. On the defensive side of the ball, Cincy loses 1st round linebacker Darnell Sims, as well as 5 other starters, but returns key players such as DT Bryant Medlock and CB David DeAngelis. The Bearcats have a tougher schedule than the rest of their division counterparts, but have vastly superior talent. Key Game: #1 Virginia (10/14). Other division contenders miss UVA on the schedule this season and the cross-division matchup has national title implications as well.

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2. Virginia Tech.
Even though the Hokies are the defending division champs and miss rival UVA, they likely lose too much to be a real Atlantic contender, losing 18 starters from the team that won 11 games last year and handed the national champion Cavaliers their only loss. Preseason Heisman finalist QB Amir Alford, another 4,000/1,000 QB, will have to improve on his impressive season in order to have the Hokies in the division hunt as he's the only returning offensive starter. Key contributor, Freshman All-American WR Mike Martin, returns but the Hokies' run game, a key player in the Hokies' run last season, will have to be better than expected to match last season's output, as the returning rusher outside of Alford is HB Nick Wilson, who had 1 carry for a whopping -3 yards last season. Defensively, Virginia Tech, one of the worst defenses in the country last year, should expect to be even worse than season, as they replace 8 starters, including leading tackler Lester Childs. However, the return of 2nd Team All-American DE Kevin Stewart, Freshman All-American DT Jason Greenwood, and NFL prospect DT Patrick Lee, returning from injury, as well as the addition of blue chip DE Eric Butler should help the Hokies field a dominant front four. Key Game: #3 Wake Forest (9/19). This game will be the first test of the Hokies' retooled offense and will give us the first real litmus test for where the Hokies' title chances stand.

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3. Nebraska.
The Cornhuskers handed Virginia Tech one of their only losses of the season last year and return much of the team that helped them do it, but Nebraska lost too many games they should've won last year to be trusted. Much of the offense returns, including RB Cedric Brewer, one of the best backs in the country, who will run behind one of the best lines in the country. However, the offense's performance will likely come down to how new QB Nate Watson plays. Watson showed glimpses of stardom last season in limited time, but also threw 6 INTs in only 53 attempts. The other side of the ball is where Nebraska must improve if they hope to have a chance at winning the division. The Cornhuskers' fielded one of the worst defenses in the conference, and the country, last season, surrendering 32.2 PPG. A much-maligned secondary, led by FS Rico Dickens and SS Ryan Tanner, will need to take a few steps forward this season for Brewer's phenomenal play to result in a division title. Key Game: at #10 Virginia Tech (10/17). The Cornhuskers should expect to be undefeated up to this point and this road game will be the first test of a brutal back half of the schedule.

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4. NC State. The Wolfpack made significant strides in Coach Kendrick's first season, finishing in the top 25 and competing in all their losses, taking numerous top 10 teams to the wire. However, the team is still too far behind the rest of the conference in talent at the moment to truly compete. NC State fielded one of the worst offenses in the conference last season and is forced to replace many of the main contributors to that unit. The Wolfpack will hope that new QB Anthony Rodgers Jr. will be able to improve the conference's worst passing game and will look for new RBs Brandon Manley and Trey Ellis to do the same. Defensively, NC State returns nearly everyone from a stout unit that kept them in nearly every game and led the conference in nearly every major statistic. The Wolfpack will likely field another dominant front seven, but expect opponents to attack their secondary, which projects to be the weaker component of their defense. Key Game: at #1 Virginia (10/3). The Wolfpack were one of the few teams to compete with the Cavaliers last season, despite the talent gap. This game will show if NC State is ready to make the next step forward or will have to wait another year.

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5. Tennessee.
The Volunteers are one of the most talented teams in the conference, but that statement was also true last season, a season in which they lost 5 games. Tennessee must replace QB Eddie Graham, one of the ACC's better QBs last year, but returns star WR Jeff Wilkerson and talented RB Craig Johnson. Defensively, the Volunteers need a poor secondary and middling overall defense to make improvements if they hope to make any waves at all in the division race. Key Game: at #3 Wake Forest (8/29). Tennessee's #12 ranking is largely based on talent rather than performance and this game will show if they're ready to match their preseason expectations with on-field results.

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6. Clemson.
Clemson was one of the worst teams in the conference last season, finishing with only 2 wins, and this season looks to be much of the same. The Tigers will have star QB Nick Mills back to lead their offense, alongside talented skill players like 1,000 yard RB John Hodges and Biletnikoff finalist WR Chris Jackson. However, offense was not the problem for Clemson last season, as their defense gave up 36.3 PPG and 431.4 YPG. The Tigers are, however, loaded in the secondary with stars like FS Andy McDonald and corners Cole Austin and Matt Jones, which could lead to some improvements on that side of the ball. Key Game: at #5 UNC (9/19). Any defensive improvements the Tigers make will have to be evident against one of the better offenses in the country in a harsh road environment.
 

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ACC Coastal
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1. Virginia. The defending back-to-back national champs are going to continue to be the division and conference favorites until proven otherwise. The Cavaliers only lost one game last season and blew the doors off of pretty much everyone else, including a 52-26 ACC title game win in which they made up for that one loss. Offensively, Virginia will be sporting a new backfield with QB Jason Smith and RB Russ Davis. However, don't expect the offense to take too much of a step back, given the talent at other positions, such as WR Sam Green and TE Joe Miller, who may be the best TE in the country. On the other side of the ball, the Cavaliers fielded one of the better defenses in the conference and look to do the same this season, returning 5 starters, including stars DE Dustin Byrd and FS Eugene Poole. If there are any weaknesses to be found in Virginia, it will be their worse than usual offensive line or a linebacking corps that must replace all its starters. Key Game: at #2 Cincinnati (10/14). This will be the Cavaliers' first true road test of the season and may be the first game they're the underdog, as the Bearcats are one of the few teams able to match UVA in the talent department.

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2. Wake Forest.
The Demon Deacons finished right behind UVA in the final poll last season, fielding a complete team that put up promising numbers on both sides of the ball. This season's schedule, as well as the team itself, gives Wake Forest a solid chance at capturing the division this year. Star QB Donta McDonald will lead the offense again after a season in which he had over 4,000 yards of total offense and 39 TDs. The return of 1,400 yard rusher RB Zach Leach means the offense should improve an already good unit from last season, though Wake Forest will need to find some receiving options as leading returning receiver WR John Harrison had only 10 catches for 145 yards last year. Defensively, a good unit should remain good, as starters like DE Bryan Thomas and CB Derrick Leach return and talented players like SS Darrell Reese should be able to prevent any significant drop off. As good as their defense was last season, however, the Demon Deacons will look to improve a secondary that gave up over 250 YPG last season. Key Game: #5 UNC (10/10). Like every season, Wake Forest will need to beat at least one of UVA and UNC to capture the division. The Demon Deacons dropped both games last year, but get both teams at home this season.

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3. North Carolina.
Unlike the ACC Atlantic, the gap between 1-3 in the Coastal should expect to be very small. UNC finished 11-2 last season, with both losses coming to Virginia, including a rematch in the national title game. The Tar Heels are as talented as anyone, but a brutal schedule will probably prevent them from claiming the division this season. QB Cedric Fields, the ACC's leading passer last season and one of the best QBs in the country, returns to lead the offense, alongside RB Robert Wood, who ran for 1,150 yards and 19 TDs last season. The Tar Heels' pressing concern will be finding someone for Fields to throw the ball to, as the 3 1,000 yard receivers they fielded last season are all gone and the returning receiver is Wood, who had 234 yards. Defensively, UNC fields perhaps the best front seven in the country, but their corners are some of the weaker bunch in the conference. However, the talented safety duo of Greg Alvarez and A.J. Anthony should help a defense that gave up 31.1 PPG last year. Key Game: at #2 Cincinnati (10/3). The trip to Cincinnati will be the first of the Tar Heels' astounding 3 road games against top 3 opponents this season (and second of 5 road games against top 10 teams).

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4. Oklahoma. The Sooners will be encountering new territory on multiple levels this season, as 2026-27 will be their first in the ACC and their first with coach Trent Knight, who comes from Washington. Oklahoma is one of the most talented teams in the country, but should expect a rough year as they are also joining the most talented division in the country. However, drawing top ACC opponents Cincinnati, UVA, UNC, and Wake Forest all at home will allow the Sooners to potentially make a run for the division. Offensively, the Sooners will have new faces in the backfield, as QB Jeff Poole takes the reigns, and RB Dustin Jacobs, who ran for 538 yards and 2 TDs last season, takes over as the full time back. The Sooners will also count on talented WR Mike Jones, who looks to improve upon his 763 yard/8 TD season. On the other side of the ball, Oklahoma sports one of most dominant front fours in the country, especially inside with DTs Chad Wilson and Rich Anderson. However, linebacker looks to be a liability this season for the Sooners, especially against the talent they will be facing in the ACC. Key Game: at #13 Nebraska. This rivalry game will conclude a 3 game road stretch to start the season and, as their second ACC game, will show where the Sooners stand in their new home.

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5. Florida State.
While the top of the ACC Coastal consists of some of the most successful teams in the country, the bottom is the opposite. FSU and Miami, two former powers, were nowhere near their division counterparts last season, and while FSU upset Virginia Tech while their coach missed the game with an illness, the Seminoles were outclassed by just about everybody else in the conference. Offensively, FSU must replace their backfield and will count on leading returning receiver TE Bobby Taylor to pick up any slack. Defensively, the Seminoles must improve a poor defense in order to go bowling this season, but the lack of talent on that side of the ball, especially on the interior defensive line, indicates the Seminoles will be sitting at home again this bowl season. Key Game: at Miami 10/10). The Seminoles must win on the road against their rival if they want any shot at a bowl game in a season in which they play 5 top 10 opponents.

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6. Miami.
Like their rival, FSU, Miami missed a bowl game last season, but did so in much more embarrassing fashion, going 2-10 and being blown out by nearly everyone along the way. The Hurricanes will also be fielding a new backfield, but unlike FSU, are lacking any offensive weapons from last season that will prevent a significant drop off. Defensively, Miami was one of the worst defenses in the country last year, giving up 34.4 PPG and 466.5 YPG. While there is NFL talent at spots, such as DT Clint Pollock and CB Randy Johnson, the Hurricanes will likely be just as bad at keeping opponents out of the end zone this season. Key Game: Florida State (10/10). Given they have virtually no shot at a bowl game, the Hurricanes should at least attempt to gain bragging rights over their rival.
 

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ACC Game of the Week

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#2 Wake Forest (@bluejay13)
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#11 North Carolina (@Walter323)
The path to winning the ACC Coastal is more open after NC State's thrilling upset of Virginia last week in Charlottesville. This week, the two other main division contenders will have a prime opportunity to capitalize, with the winner earning first place in the division. North Carolina will need to bounce back quickly from a poor performance on the road in Cincinnati last week, while Wake Forest will look to continue the success they've had against top teams this season. UNC QB Cedric Fields (1624 yards, 21 TD) will be counted on to avoid a repeat of last week's 4 INT in order to regain control of their own destiny, while the Demon Deacons will count on RB Zach Leach (851 all-purpose yards, 11 total TD) and a raucous home enivronment to continue their undefeated season.​

Prediction:
Wake Forest 31
North Carolina 24


 

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Here are some highlights from the NC State and Virginia game.



I had a footage drop on NavyHogs first TD. Also had a 4th and 8th conversion that I thought was legal at the time. Was right at the edge of field goal range and went for it.
 

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ACC Game of the Week

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#9 Cincinnati (@Flanntastic)
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#15 NC State (@Dakota2147)


The battle between two top 15 teams will help decide the ACC Atlantic, as Cincinnati will attempt to create a three-way tie at the top of the division while NC State will try to knock off another top opponent on the road this season, which will hand the division to Nebraska. NC State certainly has what it takes after beating defending national champs UVA in Charlottesville early this year and taking #3 Virginia Tech to overtime last week. Cincinnati will be counting on Heisman finalist Tremayne Alexander (4483 yards of total offense, 64 total TDs) to give them a shot at Wake Forest in the ACC title game, but he'll have to do it against one of the better defenses in the country. The Wolfpack will look for Anthony Rogers Jr. (2743 yards, 23 TDs) to repeat his performance last week in which he threw for over 300 yards and will hope their stingy defense can force a few turnovers along the way to spring the upset. No doubt eyes in Blacksburg and Lincoln will be focused on this one.

Prediction:
Cincinnati 28
NCSU 24


 

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(AP) Tempe - Virginia wins their 3rd straight National title and 4th in 6 years with a 59-28 win over in state rival VA Tech Hokies. The Cavaliers were outgained and amazingly lost the 1st down battle 32-9. However, 5 INTs and 2 red zone stops provides short fields and Virginia's offense was balanced with big plays on the ground and in the air.

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bruin228

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Powerhouse Preseason Predictions

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ACC Atlantic
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1. Cincinnati. The Bearcats have been the most talented team in the division for quite a while, but have fallen short of capturing the division the last two seasons due to losses to Virginia Tech. However, Cincinnati remains the most talented team in the division and should look to take home the division crown despite losses of key players on a tough schedule. Offensively, the Bearcats will need to replace legendary QB Tremayne Alexander, as well as their other leading rusher, RB Clint Washington, and Biletnikoff Award winner Josh Thompson. The likely starter at QB will be redshirt senior Joe Bonds, who only has 27 career attempts, but is surrounded by talent like WR Ryan Smith, who had 752 receiving yards last season, and will take snaps behind one of the stoutest offensive lines in the country. On the other side of the ball, DT Bryant Medlock will help lead another dominant rushing defense and CB David DeAngelis heads a talented secondary that hopes to improve upon their performance last year. Key Game: #9 Virginia Tech (11/13). Losses to the Hokies the last two seasons have cost the Bearcats the division title. With Amir Alford gone, Cincinnati will look to take care of business at home in order to take the Atlantic.

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2. NC State.
Though NC State only improved by one win last season and once again placed behind Virginia Tech, Cincinnati, and Nebraska in the standings, the improvement from a year before was evident in the Wolfpack's season. Once again, the Wolfpack punched above their weight, barely losing to division champions Wake Forest and Virginia Tech, and handed national champion Virginia one of their two losses, ending a 31 home game winning streak in the process. This year, NC State has much to be excited about, as they dodge UVA and get Virginia Tech, Cincinnati, and Nebraska all at home. Offensively, QB Anthony Rodgers Jr. should improve upon his 2026 season as he is surrounded with more talent than has been in Raleigh in recent memory, such as star TE Alec Gold, senior WR Noah Woods, and RB Brandon Manley. The Wolfpack's defense has been the team's strength the last two seasons, and though the unit will likely slip this year due to a thin secondary, they should once again remain stout, barring any catastrophic injuries. DT Tyshawn Brown will look to improve on a dominant junior season and SS Anthony Robinson will hope to continue the tradition of strong safety play in Raleigh. Key Game: @#4 Wake Forest (10/23). The Wolfpack narrowly lost this game last year and will likely be undefeated as they head to Winston-Salem. This game will serve as a litmus test for the team's division chances as they take on the first of four title contenders in the last six weeks of the season.

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3. Nebraska.
Nebraska managed to finish tied for first last season, but failed to make their first trip to Charlotte after losing in Chapel Hill, handing the division to Virginia Tech due to tiebreakers. The team should be as talented as they were last season, but a brutal schedule will likely preclude them from making an appearance in the conference championship. Offensively, the Cornhuskers return both QB Nate Watson and RB Cedric Brewer, who helped the unit put up 44.3 points per game last season. Defensively, Nebraska should be stout as well, as they are largely loaded across the board, especially in the back seven. However, all the talent in the world didn't stop the Huskers from giving up points in bunches last season to the other three division contenders, and the Huskers may need Watson, Brewer, and co. to outscore opponents again. Key Game: #2 North Carolina (11/13). The Huskers need to take 1 of 2 in their cross-division games with UNC and UVA and a home revenge match with the Tar Heels looks to be their best shot.

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4. Virginia Tech.
Though the Hokies lost a seemingly overwhelming amount of starters before the 2026 season, they managed to ride a historic offensive performance to take the Atlantic and win the conference before being beaten soundly in the national title game by rival Virginia. Though the Hokies are in a much better place with regards to experience this season, the loss of Heisman winner Amir Alford is likely to take its toll, making it hard to envision a third straight trip to Charlotte. However, new QB T.J. Mills will have a bevy of talented weapons to help ease him into filling the sensational QB's shoes, as the offense returns three receivers with over 750 yards last season and will have leading returning rusher Kevin Wiggins as well as 5 star back Javan Arnold to lead the rushing attack. Defensively, the Hokies were nightmarish last season, surrendering 37.6 points per game. This season, Virginia Tech will switch to a three man front as they hope DT Jason Greenwood and SS Malcolm Porter will lead an improved defense after two dismal seasons in a row that may have prevented them from achieving even more. Key Game: #4 Nebraska (10/16). If the Hokies can defeat the Cornhuskers in Lincoln, their chances for an Atlantic title threepeat are much more likely.

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5. Clemson.
Just like the season before, it was a rough season for the Tigers as they only managed 2 wins. The Tigers will have to replace star QB Nick Mills, who has been one of the lone bright spots for the team the last few seasons, and will need QB Eric Singletary to mesh with a talented but thing receiving corps quickly. However, once again the problem in Clemson was not on offense, as the Tigers surrendered 38.7 points per game last season and were putrid against both the run and the pass. In addition, the Tigers lose most of the defensive star power, such as CB Cole Austin, that made them even remotely respectable at times. Key Game: Tennessee (10/30). Any hope for bowl eligibility for the Tigers this season will be riding on this game.

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6. Tennessee.
Tennessee, despite its talent, had a horrendous season in 2026, as the defense continued to play poorly, and the offense fell off a cliff, ranking dead last in the conference in rushing offense and scoring offense, putting up a measly 19.8 points per game. The Volunteers lose QB Jason Reid, who led the only decent aspect of the offense last season, and a talented defense is unlikely to matter given that the offense is likely to be even worse than they were in 2026. Key Game: at Florida (10/2). Given the remote chances of a bowl, the Volunteers should look to just win a rivalry game.
 

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ACC Coastal

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1. Wake Forest. The Demon Deacons earned a trip to Charlotte last season as they defeated everyone in their path with the exception of eventual national champion Virginia. Though the Demon Deacons have to travel to Charlottesville and Chapel Hill this season, their talent level and easier cross division schedule gives them arguably the best shot at capturing the Coastal. Star QB Donta McDonald will head the offense, a welcome return after the unit suffered without him. McDonald will have leading receiver John Harrison back, but he and new starting RB Joe Hill will need to fill the absence of do it all back Zach Leach in the running game. On the other side of the ball, a good defense should be even better, as Wake Forest will sport arguably the best defensive line in college football. The Demon Deacons' linebacking corps could be a liability, but the rest of the back seven, led by CB Derrick Leach and SS Darrell Reese, should more than pick up the slack. Key Game: @#2 North Carolina (10/9). Their victory in this game last season allowed them to capture the division. The Demon Deacons will need to prove themselves on the back end of a tough road stretch against a UNC team looking for revenge.

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2. Virginia. Despite failing to win the division, the Cavaliers managed to win a third straight title, walloping the rival Hokies in Glendale. The Cavaliers lost two games at home last season and will need that home field advantage this season as they take on three top 5 ACC opponents in Charlottesville. RB Lawrence Samuel will be back to lead the offense, opting against declaring for the NFL Draft, and QB Jason Smith will look to improve upon a solid first starting season. Defensively, Virginia fielded the best defense in the conference and should expect to remain near the top with an outstanding secondary led by CBs Brian Johnson and Erik McCoy and a fearsome linebacking corps. However, a weaker front four than usual may be a weak point for opposing offenses to target. Key Game: at #2 North Carolina (10/23). This is the most obvious chance for a loss on the Cavaliers' schedule. If they can get the victory in Chapel Hill, they have a good shot at showing up to Charlotte at 12-0.


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3. North Carolina.
Though the Tar Heels were able to beat Virginia and Nebraska, losses to Wake Forest and Cincinnati prevented them from capitalizing and taking the Coastal. This season, they have another tough schedule, though the division matchups are more in their favor, which could help North Carolina earn a trip down the road to Charlotte. Offensively, expect the Tar Heels to continue moving towards a run heavy offense, as they lose QB Cedric Fields, but return Doak Walker winner Randall Wood and replace Fields with Darrell Temple, an effective runner. When they do throw the ball, TE Cameron Pollack, who had 19 touchdowns last season, will likely be the primary target. Defensively, UNC will face a similar situation to last season, as they sport a contender for the best defensive line in the country, but field a weaker secondary in comparison to the other division contenders. Key Game: #5 Wake Forest (10/9). This game cost the Tar Heels the division last season, so expect them to come out at home looking for revenge and a chance to jump into the driver's seat in the Coastal.

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4. Northwestern. The Wildcats' season projects to be a tough one, as they will have to play Virginia, Wake Forest, and North Carolina all on the road and also get Virginia Tech and Nebraska as cross division games, with the game against the Cornhuskers in Lincoln. Northwestern is extremely talented offensively, sporting two stellar backs in Chris Sullivan and Josh Fox, who combined for nearly 2,000 yards and 21 TDs last season. However, the offensive line will need to adapt quickly to the talent across from them in the Coastal, as they are one of the weaker units in the conference. On the other side of the ball, the Wildcats are fairly good across the board, but not superb at any one position or unit, which could be challenging against dominant offenses like Virginia Tech, Nebraska, and North Carolina. Key Game: #9 Virginia Tech (9/18). The Wildcats' ACC opener will give a good glimpse as to what to expect for the season, as the Hokies will be one of the few conference teams that Northwestern will have a talent advantage on.

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5. Miami.
Once again, the Hurricanes finished last in the conference, sporting the worst defense in the ACC and perhaps the country. Miami's offense will count on QB Kenneth Wilson to continue to develop after a decent first season and will look to talented RB Joe O'Brien to improve a running game that took strides last season. Defensively, there is probably nowhere else to go but up after last season. Key Game: Florida State (10/30). The Hurricanes will need to win this game, not only for bragging rights but also to retain any slim chances at bowling.

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6. Florida State.
The Seminoles put together a dreadful season last year, especially on defense, surrendering 40.4 points per game. Offensively, the Seminoles were mediocre at best last year and will need to replace QB Justin Anderson. On the other side of the ball, Florida State will need both a poor pass and run defense to improve and will count on CB Doug Andrews to reach any sense of defensive competence. Key Game: Miami 10/30). Given the likely results of the season, a victory over their conference rival would be enough for the Seminoles this year.

 

LEGEND

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9 picks in 2 games for the Cornhuskers :nebraskaman:
Has to do with a defective controller... I think they're fixing them and selling as new out of box... It's obvious this controller is not brand new.

But a friend bought it for me... So beggars can't be choosy.

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Dakota2147

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(Bleacher Report) - Hyped prospect Al Adams arrested on drug, weapon charges last night in Monroe, Georgia. Comments from NC State's safeties coach, Aaron Henry, "This is really unfortunate as we believe he has great potential, but those kind of actions don't fit in with the culture we are trying to create here". He is expected to be released from the program sometime this week.
 

bruin228

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Powerhouse Preseason Predictions

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ACC Atlantic
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1. Virginia. Though they stumbled midway through the season against rival UNC, the Cavaliers rebounded to beat Wake Forest for the division and rival Virginia Tech for the ACC title before shutting out Air Force for their 4th straight title. The Cavaliers lose a fair amount from their title team, but have enough talent to reload and make a 5th title run. Offensively, UVA lost QB Jason Smith and star RB Lawrence Samuel, but their 2028 backfield will be made up of former blue-chipper David Duncan, who has nearly 300 career attempts, and RB Brock Henderson, who rushed for 996 yards and 21 TDs last year. They also bring back deep threat Johnny Johnson, who had 1,222 yards on 24.9 yards per catch last season. The Cavaliers' front four will be lead by DE Michael Leak and DT Brandon Smith and field a talented linebacking corps to make up a dominant front seven. If opponents are searching for a weakness, UVA's cornerbacks, though still incredibly talented, may be the weakest in years. Key Game: at #4 NC State (9/23). The last time these two faced off, the Wolfpack upset UVA on the last play of the game and ended a 35 home game winning streak. The Cavaliers will be looking for revenge in front of a raucous Raleigh crowd that will likely be the most hostile environment they've faced at that point in the season.
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2. North Carolina.
The Tar Heels put together their fourth straight season with at least 10 wins last season, ending the year with an Orange Bowl win. Though they managed to beat UVA last season, UNC fell short of capturing the division and will look to take a step forward this season amidst the new division makeup. On offense, the Tar Heels will need to reload at the QB position again, with talented but inexperienced redshirt sophomore Kevin Connor taking the reins. Connor will have plenty of help around him, though, with RB Randall Wood, perhaps the most talented back in the country, and TE Cameron Pollock, last year's Mackey Award winner, returning, as well as a talented line. On the other side of the ball, UNC should be strong up front, especially in the interior with DTs Dennis Davis and Lou Lawson. In the back end, the Tar Heels will look to improve upon a passing defense that surrendered 279.5 yards per game last season. Key Game: at #2 Virginia (11/4). The Tar Heels knocked off the Cavaliers last season and will need to do so again on the back end of a rough three game stretch to give themselves the best chance at taking the Atlantic.

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3. Cincinnati. The Bearcats dropped off a bit last season due to the absence of their coach for the second half of the schedule, but should rebound this season, though perhaps not to the level the fanbase wants. Like North Carolina, Cincinnati will have to replace the starting QB for the second year in a row, with redshirt freshman Alphonso Gray winning the battle over fellow redshirt freshman Trenton Fowler. The Bearcats may be running more often in 2028, due to Gray's legs being more valuable than his arm and the presence of talented RB Curtis Washington in the backfield next to him. They are also lacking a primary target in the passing game, with WR Matt Johnson their leading returning receiver with 18 catches for 279 yards. The defense should be the strong side of the ball for Cincinnati this season, with a talented group of lineman and linebackers to anchor another strong rush defense and a talented secondary led by SS Duane Taylor and CB Blake Hughes. The defense may have to be especially stout at times if the offense struggles with replacing the departing talent. Key Game: #2 Virginia (11/11). The Bearcats will need to capitalize on home field advantage in this game in order to take the division.


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4. Nebraska.
Nebraska struggled last season despite a talented team, losing four games against fellow conference title contenders. The Cornhuskers may not rebound this season as the talent level continues to decline in Lincoln. Offensively, the Huskers return talented but turnover prone QB Nate Wilson, who likely cost his team as many games as he won last season. They'll need to replace star RB Cedric Brewer and WR Jeff Castillo as well, with senior WR Kevin Freeman, who had 39 catches for 679 yards last season, likely the top receiving target in 2028. Defensively, Nebraska was near the middle of the pack in the ACC. The Huskers have a talented front seven, but may be probably lacking in the secondary to stifle the talented passers of the conference. Key Game: #4 NC State (9/16). Nebraska needs to take at least one of its three cross division games against the Coastal contenders to remain in the division hunt and the lone home game of the three is probably their best chance.


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5. Clemson.
The Tigers finally made a return to the postseason last year and as a result, enter the season in the top 20 for the first time in years, as pundits are growing excited about the team's chances. However, Clemson's schedule features three road games against the top three teams in the country, so there's little chance the Tigers will be making a trip to Charlotte this season, though they may be bowling again. Offensively, Clemson is talented but inexperienced, and will hope a backfield of QB Jake Johnson and RB Shaun Davis are able to lead a prolific offense. On the other side of the ball, the Tigers improved upon a dismal 2026 defense, but still have a way to go. They will hope the talented safety duo of Tony Howell and Ron Craig can continue improving a defense that is still a liability. Key Game: Miami (9/30). Win this one and the Tigers are likely going bowling for a second straight year.

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6. Duke. The Blue Devils are back in the ACC after a short stint away and will likely be in for a rude awakening. On offense, they'll rely on RB James Greenwood again, who rushed for 1,573 yards and 12 TDs last season. Defensively, Duke will need star recruit DE Dustin Callahan to contribute immediately to improve a weak front four that will be tested week in and week out in the ACC. Star CB Adam Haas will likely have a good season, but the rest of the secondary is probably lacking too much to really compete. Key Game: at Syracuse (11/4). This will be a good opportunity for the Blue Devils to pick up a win in an otherwise rough season.
 

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ACC Coastal

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1. Virginia Tech.
Last season, Virginia Tech captured the division for third straight time as well as winning a school record 12 games. This year, though the gaps between the three contenders are minuscule, the Hokies should have a slight edge due to being the lone team to return their starting QB (as well as the great advantage of dodging Virginia in the regular season). QB T.J. Mills, who threw for 5,773 yards and 53 TDs in his first season as a starter, will lead what will likely be the best offense in the country for the third straight year. Along with Mills, the unit returns 9 other starters from 2027, including 1,000 back Kevin Wiggins and the best receiving corps in the nation, which boasted three 1,000 yard receivers last year. On defense, the Hokies are the most talented they've been in the last four years, returning 10 starters, including the entire defensive line and secondary. Virginia Tech will return to the 4-2-5 to take advantage of a talented front four and will count on CB Pat Washington and the safety duo of Tanner Bell and Malcolm Porter to rack up as many takeaways as they did last season. Key Game: #1 Wake Forest (10/21). The Demon Deacons handed the Hokies their lone regular season loss last season and Virginia Tech will be looking for revenge at the end of a harsh four game stretch.

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2. NC State.
Though they dropped two games at the end of the season to miss out on a trip to Charlotte, the Wolfpack proved they are on the right track last season as they won 11 games, including a 10-0 start that culminated in a #1 ranking. Offensively, the Wolfpack will need to replace three year starter and 3,000 yard passer Anthony Rogers Jr., but return Heisman finalist RB Brandon Manley and star TE Alec Gold as well as other pieces to aid new redshirt senior QB Dylan Stephens. The Wolfpack were once again one of the better defenses in the country last season and will hope to remain near the top of the pack. DE Marquez Peeples, DT D'Ante Sims, and LB Jacoby Ward will anchor a talented front seven and the safety duo of FS Tyler Rose and Anthony Robinson will attempt to make up for a cornerback corps that will be slightly rebuilding this season. Key Game: #12 Virginia Tech (10/14). The Wolfpack will be looking to make up for last season as the Hokies return to Raleigh and should separate themselves from the rest of the division if they win.

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3. Wake Forest. Wake Forest put together another double digit win season last year, falling just short of making a return trip to Charlotte. This season may be a bit of a rebuilding year for the Demon Deacons, but they still have as good of a chance as the other division contenders to take the Coastal. On offense, the replacement of long time starter Donta McDonald is the most pressing issue, with redshirt sophomore Darrell Sellers the rumored front runner due to his fit in the offense. The Demon Deacons will need to replace the other half of their backfield again, but did so just fine last season with RB Joe Hill taking home the Heisman, and will likely look for a combo of Kevin Green and Jared Joseph to replace Hill's production. They will also need to find a receiving threat to keep defenses from loading the box, with WR Kevin Odom the only receiver to have double digit catches last season. On the other side of the ball, Wake Forest fielded a dominant defense last season, but will be switching to a 3-4 this season in order to better fit their talent. Along with a strong line, the Demon Deacons should field a fearsome group of linebackers to continue the tradition of great defenses in Winston-Salem. The back end of the defense should also be strong and should boast a passing defense similar to last year's, which was the best in the ACC. Key Game: #4 NC State (11/4). Wake Forest will look to use a long week to prepare for the Wolfpack in what could be the Coastal division championship.

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4. Northwestern. Despite a fairly good offense, the Wildcats experienced a dismal first season in the ACC, an experience that will likely be replicated this year. On offense, the Wildcats return the backfield of QB Chad Muhammad and RB Greg Johnson, which will likely lead to another efficient unit. However, Northwestern will need a defense that surrendered an astounding 39.9 points per game last season to make huge strides, which don't seem likely this season. Key Game: Illinois (11/25). The Wildcats probably won't have anything to take away from the season aside from a rivalry win and bragging rights.

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5. Miami.
Despite another poor record, the Hurricanes did improve last season on both sides of the ball. The same thing may occur this season, as the Hurricanes have talent, but nearly enough to keep up with the rest of the conference. The offense will count on three year starting QB Kenneth Wilson and TE Brandon McCoy to continue improving a mediocre unit, while the defense will need a talented linebacking corps to make up for a weak front four and porous secondary. Key Game: at Florida State (10/7). Like Northwestern, Miami should just look to take their rivalry game.

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6. Florida State.
The Seminoles were dismal last season and should be again this year. On offense, Florida State will rely on RB Jonathan Jackson, who rushed for 990 yards and 5 TDs in 2027, to spark a sluggish unit. On the other side of the ball, the Seminoles' secondary, which gave up nearly 300 yards a game passing last season, will need to improve to aid a decent front seven. Key Game: Northwestern (9/23). The Seminoles' offense being able to score on a horrible Wildcats' defense would be a sign of improvement early on in the year.
 

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Cincinnati. The Bearcats dropped off a bit last season due to the absence of their coach for the second half of the schedule, but should rebound this season, though perhaps not to the level the fanbase wants.

"Absence"LOL! Real story - he was on a 10 day bender of Old Milwaukee, Cheetos and skanks from the Appalachian trailer parks.
 

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Cincinnati. The Bearcats dropped off a bit last season due to the absence of their coach for the second half of the schedule, but should rebound this season, though perhaps not to the level the fanbase wants.

"Absence"LOL! Real story - he was on a 10 day bender of Old Milwaukee, Cheetos and skanks from the Appalachian trailer parks.
sadly i was so drunk last night i simmed the 2nd half of my game and lost, I pulled a Sarkisian
 

Downinthebend

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Scandal! The Irish are crumbling under attacks left from the previous administration and their own lack of integrity.

The corrupt morals of the Irish, too, which extravagance and selfishness, pernicious and contending vices, rendered thoroughly depraved furnished Downinthebend with additional incentives to action.

At first the love of money, and then that of fake partners, began to prevail, and these became, as it were, the sources of every evil.

The players of the Irish Nation first became habituated to licentiousness and intemperance, and began to admire pictures, phone calls, emails from anyone that claimed to love them.

Modesty was thought a disgrace, and a life of innocence was regarded as a life of ill-nature.

It is in this fake of academic scandal and fake-partner adultery, is it not better to strive in a glorious attempt, than after having been the sporty of other men's insolence, to resign a wretched and degraded existence with ignominy?

Downinthebend's statement: "The question, however at present under discussion, is not whether we live in a good or bad state of morals; nor how great, or how splendid the empire of the Irish are; but whether these things around us. of whatever value they are, are to continue our own, or to fall with ourselves, into the hands of licentiousness."

In face of this scandal, pending an Res-Life investigation, 13 non-seniors are on probation for academic misconduct and a fake-orgy.

The NCAA has granted an emergency waiver to the Irish to recruit up to the maximum of 25 players this cycle.

(the ai put together a shitty team, and the commissioner said I could recruit to 25 this cycle).
 

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(AP) Raleigh - #3 Virginia exacted some revenge with a 52-0 victory over conference rival #2 NC State. The Cavaliers were led by JR-HB Brock Henderson. The speedy Henderson ran for 176 yards (2 TD) and returned a punt 46 yards for another score. UVA is on a bye next week before hitting the road again for a trip to Lincoln.

 

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(AP) Charlottesville- The #5 Cavaliers defeated #8 Wake Forest 41-3 behind a stout defense and a big play offense. Heisman front runner Brock Henderson struck again with a spectacular 93 yd punt return TD.


 

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(AP) Charlottesville - UVA survives a 14-0 early deficit to win a 44-31 shootout that wasn't decided until the last 2 minutes of the game. SR QB David Duncan overcame a shaky 1-4, 2 INT start and finished 26-31, 339 yds and 2 TDs. JR HB Brock Henderson delighted the home crowd with another spectacular return TD with the benefit of some pancake blocks by the KR team. Next week the Wahoos are on the road to face Cincinnati in a battle that should settle the Atlantic division.
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Downinthebend

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The little engine that could, did finally.

But this was awful, i ran 3 routes that beat man coverage, and two of them were mirrored and I didn't look at the third.
 

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(AP) Charlotte - #2 Virginia held off #1 rival Virginia Tech for a 55-48 victory. Both teams moved the ball at will and combined for over 1100 yards. JR-HB Heisman candidate Brock Henderson was the offensive MVP with 234 yds rushing and 2 TDs. VA Tech SO-QB TJ Mills, who may win the Heisman, passed for over 450 yds and 3 TDs. UVA will advance to the BCS Championship game in search of their 5th straight championship.





 

NavyHog

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MWC Champ Air Force met #1 Virginia in the title game for the 2nd consecutive year, and just like last year the Falcons were demolished. This time it was to the tune of 56-10 (last year it was 55-0).

The Cavaliers will need to replace several starters, but multiple years of Top 10 recruiting means that Coach Bagadonuts will have another talented team in Charlottesville next year.



Shoutout to SR-WR Johnny "Big Game" Johnson who takes his talents to the NFL next year.

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