ACC Coaching Rankings for 2026

Miami’s Mario Cristobal tops the ACC coaching rankings for 2026 after a historic 2025 season that saw the Hurricanes break win records, reach the College Football Playoff, and play in the national championship game for the first time since 2002. Despite early criticism over tough losses and late-game collapses, Cristobal’s steady climb — including two straight double-digit win seasons — has earned him the top spot. James Franklin, Dabo Swinney, Rhett Lashlee, and Jeff Brohm round out the top five, while former Miami coach Manny Diaz leads Duke at No. 6. The list also includes Pat Narduzzi, Mike Norvell, and even Bill Belichick at No. 16 with North Carolina, signaling a competitive and unpredictable ACC coaching landscape heading into the next season. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5e1984f0a5d992f2