RESET: Clemson, Georgia Tech, Virginia ACC SEASON PREVIEW—Can New QBs IMPACT 2026?

Clemson Football faces a defining year: can Christopher Vizzina lead the Tigers back to ACC dominance after last season’s setbacks and a rare absence from the AP Top 25? Dabo Swinney’s roster decisions, offensive line questions, and conservative quarterback approach generate debate, while Morgan Thomas of Locked On Clemson weighs in on whether Clemson can surpass Vegas’ modest 7.5-win projection. Georgia Tech aims to build on a 9-4 campaign as Brent Key revamps the defense and entrusts Alberto Mendoza at quarterback. Key questions include whether the retooled front seven and a deep running back group can offset concerns at wide receiver. Meanwhile, Virginia is riding high after an ACC title appearance under Tony Elliott. With one of the most experienced rosters in power football, can Beau Pribula replicate last year’s magic and push the Cavaliers past a 7.5-win line? The Sabre's Preston Willett provides the outlook from Charlottesville. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHI For a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10. . The Game Don't miss this chance to celebrate 40 years of The Game with 40% off your entire order. Visit https://TheGameCaps.com and use promo code LOCKEDON at checkout. 5-Hour ENERGY Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.