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Will and Jim look at Week 0 and remind us all what happens when we assume. That not only applies to the results of opening week in ACC college football but also thereafter. Probably not wise to believe everything you thought you saw will be the long-term trend for any of the three conference teams that played.

There's plenty of time to let the dust settle and find out where Florida State, Georgia Tech and SMU actually stand when it comes to expected performance this season. This group is of the opinion that rankings only matter after week 3 as coaches adjust and tweak, players progress or regress and the resulting Key Lime pie is just right or too sour.

Week 0

The guys have some thoughts on what is or isn't right with the slices that have been served. Here's one thing we can guarantee, we'll be back for seconds and so on and so forth. It's college football man! What's not to like?

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If you had thoughts about Mack Brown packing it up as the leader of the Tar Heels you may want to check that at the gate. North Carolina football may be re-tooling some parts of the team but they're far from out of the conversation within the ACC. Granted, there are some weaknesses. What are they? How will they be addressed? How's the Transfer Portal coming in to play?

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Special guest Nick Delahanty, Site Expert at KeepingItHeel joins Will and Jim for a look at what 2024 has in store for fans of the Tar Heels. There's a lot to talk about. Who will take over at QB? How do the lines on offense and defense look? What impact will new DC Geoff Collins have on a squad that needs some TLC?

Tar Heels

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What will it take for NC State football to make it a double digit winning season and make it to the ACC Championship? They must be disruptive in all phases of the game. Evan from Red and White Podcast is our special guest and he sees plenty of reason for cautious optimism with the 2024 version of Wolfpack football.

As is the case with most teams there are some important pieces that have been lost to graduation or the NFL but head coach Dave Doeren has an influx of players from the transfer portal that should remedy that situation. Can Doeren get the Pack over 9 wins and into new territory that could point the way to bigger and better things? Evan shares his thoughts on the team and gives you a great preview of what's to come this fall.

Disruptive

There's plenty to be excited about in Raleigh. Will the fans fill the stadium in this new look ACC?

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The past is the past and the future for SMU is in the ACC. The Mustangs accept the challenge and debut in Week Zero with an opener against Nevada. Their first conference game comes at home against Florida State on September 28. That gives the team plenty of time to work out the wrinkles and set a strategy.

Special guest Ali Jawad of SMU on Sports Illustrated (follow on X @SMUonSI) joins us with a preview of the 2024 Mustangs under head coach Rhett Lashlee. Following a solid season in the AAC SMU wants to come out of the gates at full steam to make an impression upon their new conference.

As Jawad explains, there's plenty of players on the roster that can make a difference as the transfer portal has been used most effectively. Will digs into the defense before moving on to find out more about the offensive weapons that can put points on the board.

Challenge

Jim goes over the schedule with Jawad and what to expect (reasonably) as SMU looks like it will once again be headed to a bowl. But, what are the stumbling blocks?

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How will California (Cal) roll into the first season of ACC football? They'll spice things up in the conference with one of the best running backs in college football, Jaydn Ott. But, there are a number of questions surrounding the offense and specifically quarterback. Will and our Special Guest, Jim McGill jump right into the X's and O's of the offensive side of the ball and what McGill thinks about the 'competition' at QB.

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The transfer portal plays a key role in beefing up Cal with key needs on the line and some important add-ons in the receiving department. Trond Grizzell returns and Notre Dame transfer Tobias Merriweather joins he, Mikey Matthews and Corey Dyches out of the portal in helping beef up the passing threat.

California

Cal's D has a pass rush that opponents need to keep an eye on plus a scheme that can easily throw off an offense. How about linebackers, cornerbacks and safeties? McGill runs it all down in this preview plus shares his thoughts on the schedule and how many games the team should win.

If you've ever had a desire to visit the west coast, specifically California, then make sure you take a close look at the schedule and begin planning your journey soon.

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It's a hop, skip and jump over 'the pond' to Dublin in Week Zero of college football action for Florida State football. Saying, just forget about last year is one thing but actually clearing your mind of it is yet another. In true fan style that's a memory that will likely pass on through generations and we'll get a small taste of that by the reaction to the talking heads on College Game Day.

The 2024 Aer Lingus Football Classic at Aviva Stadium is set for 12 noon ET on ESPN or 5:00p IST (local) time in the nearly 52,000 seat arena (48,000 for American football).

Heading that way is The Osceola's Curt Weiler who has been covering Florida State for many years and has been our pleasure to have as a special guest numerous times. Curt and Will jump into the question marks that surround DJ Uiagalelei who started his college run at Clemson in 2020, played for Oregon State last season and now leads the Seminoles. The former 5 star recruit has matured and seasoned since his somewhat rocky tenure with the Tigers.

Dublin

Weiler provides a great preview of the offense, defense, special teams and shares his thoughts on the schedule.

The Irish will have a warm welcome for Florida State and Georgia Tech fans. Aviva Stadium is a great venue for the two teams who are anxious to establish themselves and set a tone for the rest of the season. For those of you making the journey, enjoy Dublin.

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In 2024 Miami has to deliver on the proving grounds of college football in order for the Canes to be considered a top-tier ACC team. Mario Cristobal has been putting together the pieces since he arrived. Dominant recruiting and strategic use of the Transfer Portal have all added up. In this preview you'll hear about how it is all coming together.

Special guest Manny Navarro from The Athletic and host of Wide Right podcast joins us to take a look at Miami. Navarro provides a detailed look at the players, the numbers and why Cristobal may have the goods to help the team break out.

Proving Grounds

Miami won't have all the heavy hitters from the conference but they still have to deliver on the college football proving grounds against Florida, USF, Virginia Tech, Louisville and Florida State to mention a few.

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What exactly is the recipe for success at Wake Forest? Dave Clawson has always found a way to bring everything together to make the Demon Deacons competitive in the ACC. This year, the off-field battles for a starting role should develop into very interesting play on the field.

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Special guest, Cam Lemons Debro from Demon Deacon Digest and the podcast, Inside The Forest joins Will and Jim for a preview of Wake Forest football. With the starting line being a defense that has been fuzzy but not warm in the past Will and Cam dig into how this side of the game has been retooled.

Recipe

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Virginia head football coach Tony Elliott has had multiple challenges since taking over the program and now his building blocks for the Wahoos are coming from the Transfer Portal, Recruiting and returning players who were injured. Is it enough to help the Cavaliers turn the corner this season? The ACC Media voters aren't convinced, at least not yet. But the results are all that matter.

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Our special guest, the Publisher of Wahoos 247, Jacquie Franciulli lays out a much more encouraging picture for not only the immediate future but also long-term. Turning the corner is often slower than most fans would like but patience may be the key to success. Franciulli provides a step-by-step analysis of the offense, defense, special teams and her thoughts on the challenges of the '24 schedule.

Building Blocks

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Saying that Syracuse football will have a fresh start in 2024 is an understatement. With new head coach Fran Brown plus a new OC and DC the Orange are experiencing a surge of optimism. The players are pumped and needless to say, so are the fans.

Brown brings a knack for recruiting to the table, he's effectively working the Transfer Portal, flipping high school commits to Syracuse and pulling experienced Orange players back into the fold. Along with implementing a new pro-style offense and a reconfiguration of the defense those are the things we know but it's the combination of the aforementioned that creates the unknown for opponents.

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Emily Leiker of Syracuse.com and The Post-Standard joins Will and Jim for a thorough preview of Syracuse football from A-Z with a brief stop at S for schedule. The team will benefit from this year's schedule as they implement a fresh start across the board as it allows the coaching staff to make necessary adjustments along the way.

Fresh Start

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