Could the ACC get underrepresented at the College Football Playoff? With the Miami Hurricanes and Clemson Tigers in the spotlight, the debate heats up over how many ACC teams might secure a spot in the 12-team playoff. Despite skepticism, strong performances from these teams keep fans hopeful.

This episode tackles the ESPN FPI rankings controversy, questioning the bias favoring SEC teams over ACC contenders. Key matchups like Duke at Miami and North Carolina at Florida State are previewed, highlighting their potential impact on playoff chances. Clemson's unique success without relying on the transfer portal is also explored, alongside Florida State's struggles this season.

Join us for an engaging discussion on the ACC's playoff prospects and the evolving college football landscape. Don't miss out on these insights and more—tune in for a comprehensive analysis!

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Can the Miami Hurricanes maintain their undefeated streak in ACC football? With Clemson, SMU, and Pitt also vying for the top spot, the race to the ACC Championship is heating up.

This episode breaks down the current ACC football standings, comparing preseason predictions with the reality of the season. Discover how teams like the Miami Hurricanes and Clemson have defied expectations. We explore the remaining schedules for these undefeated teams and discuss potential tiebreaker scenarios that could shape the championship race. Key upcoming games are highlighted, offering insights into matchups that could alter the standings.

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PITTSBURGH PANTHERS dominate SYRACUSE ORANGE with a commanding 41-13 victory, solidifying their position as a formidable contender in the ACC. Can the Panthers maintain their momentum in the race for the ACC Championship?

Explore the thrilling dynamics of the ACC as the undefeated MIAMI HURRICANES, CLEMSON TIGERS, SMU MUSTANGS, and PITTSBURGH PANTHERS vie for championship spots. Delve into FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES' struggles, highlighted by their 36-14 loss to Miami, and examine Miami's offensive evolution, driven by Damian Martinez's standout performances. The episode also recaps SMU's nail-biting overtime win against DUKE BLUE DEVILS, spotlighting Manny Diaz's bold 2-point conversion decision.

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Welcome back to ACC Squad, your premier roundtable podcast for all things Atlantic Coast Conference! In our Week 9 preview episode, hosted by Alex Donno from Locked On ACC, we’re gearing up for an action-packed weekend of ACC football with in-depth analysis, key matchups, and expert predictions. Join us as we break down the exciting games on the horizon and discuss the implications for each team’s season. Whether you’re a fan of the Boston College Eagles, Clemson Tigers, Duke Blue Devils, Florida State Seminoles, Louisville Cardinals, Miami Hurricanes, NC State Wolfpack, North Carolina Tar Heels, Syracuse Orange, California Golden Bears, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, Pittsburgh Panthers, SMU Mustangs, Stanford Cardinal, Virginia Cavaliers, Virginia Tech Hokies, or Wake Forest Demon Deacons, this episode is essential for getting ready for game day! In This Episode: Comprehensive previews of Week 9’s crucial matchups Breakdown of team strategies and player performances Predictions from Locked On podcast hosts on game outcomes Spotlight on key players to watch this week Don’t forget to subscribe to ACC Squad and click the notification bell for the latest updates and in-depth coverage of ACC football. We want to hear from you—share your thoughts in the comments below and tell us which matchups you’re most excited about! #ACCSquad #ACCFootball #LockedOnACC #Week9Preview #ACC2024 #FootballPredictions #BostonCollegeEagles #ClemsonTigers #DukeBlueDevils #FloridaStateSeminoles #LouisvilleCardinals #MiamiHurricanes #NCStateWolfpack #NorthCarolinaTarHeels #SyracuseOrange #CaliforniaGoldenBears #GeorgiaTechYellowJackets #PittsburghPanthers #SMUMustangs #StanfordCardinal #VirginiaCavaliers #VirginiaTechHokies #WakeForestDemonDeacons