ACC Football Shakeup: Syracuse's Surprising FPI Ranking and Top QB Battles

ESPN's FPI predictions spark debate as Syracuse faces a projected 4.6-win season despite last year's success. Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs analyze the Orange's tough schedule, new coach Fran Brown's impact, and transfer QB Steve Angeli's potential. The duo breaks down Josh Pates' ACC quarterback rankings, highlighting Cade Klubnik, Carson Beck, and Haynes King as top contenders. Impact transfers like Deuce Robinson (Florida State) and Keelan Marion (Miami) reshape the conference's receiving corps. Tune in for expert insights on ACC football's evolving landscape and key players to watch this season.

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FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES: ACC Contenders or Pretenders? Breaking Down FSU's 2023 Outlook

Can the Florida State Seminoles football team challenge Clemson's ACC dominance? Host Alex Donno and guest Brian Smith analyze FSU's championship aspirations, dissecting their revamped offensive line and quarterback Tommy Castellanos' potential impact. Smith offers candid insights on Mike Norvell's coaching, fan confidence, and crucial recruiting battles. The discussion covers defensive standouts like Daryl Jackson, offensive concerns, and the team's cultural shift. With a challenging opener against Alabama looming, will FSU's offseason changes translate to on-field success?

Tune in for an unfiltered look at Florida State's path in the ACC and beyond.

Private equity firms enter college sports. Is this the death knell for non-revenue programs?

ACC insiders break down the potential fallout from this game-changing development. Key topics include resource allocation shifts, impacts on smaller schools, and the future of college athletics. The panel explores how private equity could reshape everything from recruiting to facility upgrades.

Each host reveals their team's biggest offseason surprise. NC State's defensive exodus, Duke's QB acquisition, Clemson's transfer portal strategy, and Syracuse's captain departure take center stage. Former NC State DT Kenton Gibbs offers unique player perspective on balancing athletics and academics.

Tune in for expert analysis on how private equity could transform the college sports landscape. Will your team adapt or fall behind?