The first four weeks of the season have provided plenty of drama in the new-look ACC. A few teams are separating themselves from the pack, but the rest of the conference is still too tough to call. Here is our breakdown of where all 17 ACC teams stand after Week 4.
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The Rankings
- Miami (4-0) The Hurricanes are looking every bit the national contender they were hyped up to be. Their defense has been a stone wall, holding opponents to just 46 points through four games, including a dominant 26-7 victory over rival Florida. With a bye week ahead, they are well-positioned for a matchup with Florida State.
- Florida State (3-0) The Seminoles have been unstoppable so far, with an impressive 174 points scored in their three games. They had a bye this past week, but their offensive firepower and stout defense have earned them a top spot.
- Georgia Tech (4-0, 1-0 ACC) The Yellow Jackets are proving to be a real force in the ACC. With a perfect 4-0 record and a conference win over Temple, they are turning heads. Their 45-24 win was a statement that they are a team to be reckoned with.
- Syracuse (3-1, 1-0 ACC) Syracuse is off to a surprising start with a 3-1 record and a 34-21 conference win at Clemson. The loss of QB Steve Angeli to an Achilles tear will be a significant obstacle to overcome.
- Louisville (3-0) Louisville has started the season strong and has yet to face a quality opponent. We will know more about the Cardinals when they face Pitt Saturday.
- NC State (3-1, 1-1 ACC) After a tough loss to Duke, NC State finds themselves with a 3-1 record. They have had a strong start, including a win over Virginia, but it’s still unknown how good the Wolfpack is.
- Virginia (3-1, 1-0 ACC) The Cavaliers are playing with a new energy this season. Their 34-31 loss to NC State explains why they’re ranked just beneath them.
- California (3-1) The Golden Bears have a respectable 3-1 record, including a good win against Minnesota, but their 34-0 loss to San Diego State is a major concern. They need to find consistency to compete in the ACC.
- Duke (2-2, 1-0 ACC) Duke has been inconsistent so far, but their conference win over NC State was critical. They are a tough team that can score enough points to upset anyone on a given day.
- Pittsburgh (2-1) The Panthers have a solid record, but their loss to a woeful West Virginia raises questions about their ability to win against quality opponents.
- SMU (2-2) SMU was picked to contend for the conference title, but has struggled with two losses. They have a tough schedule ahead but have a bye week to prepare for Syracuse.
- Wake Forest (2-1, 0-1 ACC) Wake Forest has a winning record so far record, but their conference loss to NC State and narrow win over Kennesaw State are concerns. A tough matchup with red hot Georgia Tech awaits this weekend, but after that, the Demon Deacons only face one ranked team the rest of the season.
- Clemson (1-3, 0-2 ACC) Clemson is one of the biggest surprises of the season, and not in a good way. With a 1-3 record and two conference losses, the Tigers are in trouble. Pressure is building on coach Dabo Sweeney to find answers.
- Boston College (1-2, 0-1 ACC) Boston College is another team that is struggling with a losing record, including a puzzling loss to Stanford. They have a tough road ahead and need to find a way to win.
- North Carolina (2-2) UNC has had a difficult start to the season with two blowout losses to TCU and UCF. Coach Bill Belichick has a bye week to get the Tar Heels back on track to host an angry Clemson in two weeks.
- Stanford (1-3, 1-1 ACC) Stanford has had a rough start so far to their season. They will be favored this week against San Jose State.
- Virginia Tech (1-3) Virginia Tech started the season with three losses. The Hokies fired head coach Brent Pry and rebounded with a win over Wofford. NC State awaits this weekend.
