The ACC takes a few years in the doldrums. Conference Presenter Competition is one of the most intense and unpredictable, since its members are capable of the best and worst. But in big games interconferenciales not seem to match, but in 2010 have improved in bowls with a record of 4-5.
This season there is a clear favorite over the other, although Virginia Tech still seems a step above the rest, with FSU as direct rivals, after a good first year Jimbo Fisher. Also have to be alert to carry out reconstruction Al Golden in Miami under his guidance and if the Hurricanes again be contenders for the title.
Virginia Tech Hokies
Record 2010: 11-3 (1st ACC Coastal champion ACC).
Bowl 2010: Defeat Orange Bowl vs Stanford (40-12). Low
important Taylor Tyrode QB, RB Ryan Williams and RB Darren Evans. Main
returns: WR Jarred Boykin, LB Bruce Taylor, CB Jayron Hosley.
Spring Practices Start: March 30.
Spring Game: April 23 .
Analysis: After his dismal start, with losses to Boise State and George Mason , the Hokies the year ended as champions of the ACC . This year once again among the favorites, but are very important low. On offense lost its top three playmakers . Logan Thomas emerges as a substitute for Taylor Tyrode the QB position, but have to work hard this spring and that has almost no experience. It is also vital to find a RB in security after Williams marches and Evans.
Florida State Seminoles
Record 2010: 10-4 (1st ACC Atlantic, Second ACC).
Bowl 2010: Victoria Chik-fil-A-Bowl vs. South Carolina (26-17). Low
important QB Christian Ponder, OG Rodney Hudson and DE Markus White. Main
returns: WR Brett Reed, LB Nigel Bradham and DE Brandon Jenkins.
Spring Practices Start: March 21.
Spring Game: April 16 .
Analysis: The first season Jimbo Fisher in charge of the Seminoles was pretty good. Led the team to the conference finals and in the bowl victory against an SEC rival . In 2011 will face downward Ponder has been the Titling QB útlimo 3 years. EJ Manuel, who has been hobbled by injuries the past two years has emerged as his replacement. In defense LB position requires depth.
Maryland Terrapins
2010 Record: 9-4 (2nd ACC Atlantic).
Bowl 2010: Military Victory Bowl vs. East Carolina (51-20). Low
important WR Torrey Smith, LB Adrian Moten and OT Paul Pinegar. Main
returns: QB Danny O'Brien, DT Joe Vellano and S Kenny Tate.
Spring Practices Start: March 29.
Spring Game: April 30 .
Analysis: The Terrapins whose main goal this spring to learn the new system HC Randy Edsall, after 11 years under the leadership of Ralph Friedgen . Edsall want to repeat the success he had with UConn, those who took victory in the Big East last year. To do so will have two new coordinators. Gary Crowton will take over the attack, after four years at LSU and Todd Bradford of defense, after receiving a promotion from the post of LB coach after the departure of Keith Dudzinski precisely UConn.
North Carolina State Wolfpack
Record 2010: 9-4 (3rd in ACC Atlantic).
Bowl 2010: Champs Sports Victoria vs West Virginia (23-7). Low
important LB Nate Irving, WR Jarvis Williams and WR Owen Spencer. Main
returns: "QB Russell Wilson?, TE George Bryan, and DT JR Sweezy.
Spring Practices Start: March 17.
Spring Game: 16, April.
Analysis: Everything revolves around the decision of Russell Wilson passed definitely playing baseball or continue his career as a Wolfpack QB . If finally, as everything indicates, decides to jump to MLB, the promising, Mike Glennon have to deal with leading the attack, without the two main WR, 2010 Williams and Spencer . In declining defense Nate Irving is critical, because with his 92 tackles, including 22 TFL, was by far the best man in the unit.
Miami Hurricanes
Record 2010: 7-6 (2 º ACC Coastal).
Bowl 2010: Defeat Sun Bowl vs. Notre Dame (33-17). Low
important WR Leonard Hankerson, CB Brandon Harris and DE Allen Bailey. Main
returns: QB Jacory Harris, LB Sean Spence and OT Seantrel Henderson.
Spring Practices Start: March 5.
Spring Game: April 16 .
Analysis: The Hurricanes face a new season with HC. stage Randy Shannon over and now it's time for Al Golden, who has stopped seeing his character sanction after 6 players without playing the first game for violating internal rules. Jacory Harris has not secured the post holder and the sophomore QB Stephen Morris his heels. The turnovers should be the main aspect to work in the spring. The secondary loses his two CBs headlines, it is especially important downward Brandon Harris.
North Carolina Tar Heels
Record 2010: 8-5 (3 ACC Coastal).
Bowl 2010: Victoria in Music City Bowl vs. Tennessee (30-27, 2OT). Low
important QB TJ Yates, Zack Pianalto TE LB Bruce Carter. Main
returns: OG Johnathan Cooper, WR Dwight Jones and DT Quinton Couplings.
Spring Practices Start: March 16.
Spring Game: April 9 .
Analysis: The Tar Heels were adversely affected by numerous penalties that kept their top stars away from the pitch in 2010. Unusual circumstances that allowed the young to enjoy opportunities that otherwise would not have come, so you have more experience. The main aspect that should improve the running game, after averaging 125 yards per game in 2010. In addition to a QB with no experience, have a running game becomes even more important.
Boston College Eagles
Record 2010: 7-6 (4 th in ACC Atlantic).
Bowl 2010: Defeat Kraft vs Nevada Fight Hunger Bowl (20-13). Low
important LB Mark Herzlich, OT and DT Anthony Castonzo Damika SCAF. Main
returns: RB Montel Harris, LB and QB Luke Kuechly Reeting Chace.
Spring Practices Start: March 15.
Spring Game: April 16
Analysis: In 2010, Eagles had one of the worst attacks of the entire NCAA . To improve, they hired Kevin Rogers , which until now was the QB coach Minnesota Vikings in the NFL. Falling leaves Castonzo an important gap in the OL. All eyes will be on the WR Colin Larmond , which returns all of 2010 after being stopped by a knee injury. Defending the news that Luke Kuechly remain in the team is great.
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
Record 2010: 6-7 (4 th in ACC Coastal).
Bowl 2010: Air Force vs. Defeat in Independence Bowl (14-7). Low
important QB Josh Nesbitt, RB Anthony Allen and S Jerrad Tarrant. Main
returns: Omoregie Uzzi OG, LB Steven Sylvester and DE Jason Peters.
Spring Practices Start: March 28.
Spring Game: April 23 .
Analysis: Confronting down its two main stars, who performed to perfection their roles in the Triple Option of Paul Johnson . On the one hand, Joshua Nesbitt will almost certainly be replaced by Tevin Washington already played some games in 2010. While the fight for the B-Back position occupied until now by Anthony Allen is more open Charles Perkins, Richard Watson and David Sims candidates.
Clemson Tigers
Record 2010: 6-7 (5 º ACC Atlantic).
Bowl 2010: Defeat Meineke Bowl vs. South Florida (31-26). Low
important DE Da'Quan Bowers, S DeAndre McDaniels and OT Chris Hairston. Main
returns: RB Andre Ellington, Corica LB and TE Dwayne Allen Hopkins.
Spring Practices Start: March 7.
Spring Game: April 9 .
Analysis: QB Kyle Parker farewell was not expected and 2010 was a nightmare for the Tigers attack , which remained in the caboose of the ACC. Tajh Boyd take up his post in 2011 after showing a good image in the Meineke Bowl which almost led the comeback against USF in the fourth quarter. the spring practices will be a little decaffeinated by the absence of injured RB Ellington , In addition to its main Recruits 5 stars like RB Mike Bellamy , the LBs Anthony Stephon and Tony Stewart and WR Sammy Watkins will not be available until August.
Virginia Cavaliers
Record 2010: 4-8 (5 ACC Coastal) .
Low
important CB Ras-I Dowling, RB Keith Payne and QB Marc Verica. Main
returns: WR Cris Burd and CB Chase Minnifield.
Spring Practices Start: 16, March.
Spring Game: April 2 .
Analysis: The Cavaliers have not been able to find a QB in a long time guarantees and this year with the retirement of Marc Verica , returns as the main workhorse. Entering the spring practices , UVA has two QB's on the roster, Michael Rocco and Ross Metheny, both sophomores and just experience, having launched less than 40 passes between them.
Duke Blue Devils
Record 2010: 3-9 (6 ACC Coastal).
Low
important C Bryan Morgan, LB Abraham Kromah and D Patrick Egboh. Main
returns: WR Conner Brennon and S Matt Daniels.
Spring Practices Start: 16 February.
Spring Game: March 26.
Analysis: Durham In the little importance football and more with Blue Devils coach K in the middle of March Madness . The truth is that spring training have been completed and this Saturday will take place on Spring Game . The defense is the main aspect that should improve after that in 2010 were the 12th team with the most points received an average of 35.4 per game.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Record 2010: 3-9 (6 ACC Atlantic).
Low
important Nenon C Russell, LB Hunter Haynes and WR Marshall Williams. Main
returns: RB Josh Harris, DE Kyle Wilber
Spring Practices Start: March 15.
Spring Game: April 16.
Analysis: The main reason for the bad season for the Demon Deacons was the inexperience of most of their players. After a year of testing appears to Tanner Price QB is confirmed as the owner and will be responsible for leading WF in the struggle to return to the successes achieved between 2005 and 2008, when even picked up the conference title . But it's a long way and not easy, so it takes time, something that has plenty Jim Grobbe you need immediate results to justify his salary, the 10 highest in the NCAA .
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