Is Boston College football turning a hard corner this season? Under second year head coach Jeff Hafley things are looking bright for Eagles fans. Our special guest, the Editor and Publisher of Sports Illustrated's BC Bulletin, A.J. Black pulls up a chair and chews the fat with Will and Jim on the podcast. There are some exciting weapons in Hafley's bag of surprises and right up front, don't say we didn't let you in on this poorly kept secret. We can only see one area of concern and Black keeps all of us in the loop. Jeff Hafley is aggressively building his program and he wants to notch his belt with important wins in the ACC. We take a look at the offense weapons such as QB Phil Jurkovec. He may well be the guy to go 'all in on' when it comes to the 2022 NFL Draft. Is that the only threat in the quarterback room? What does the future look like at the position for Boston College? Jurkovec has a slew of weapons to go to including running back Alex Sinkfield, a transfer from West Virginia and freshman Xavier Coleman. The receiving corps includes tight end Trae Berry, Zay Flowers, Jaelen Gill and Kobay White returns off an ACL injury. What makes all this tick is the offensive line with five returning players that are well seasoned. DONATE Boston College Football The defense is still a work in progress. The line returns 3 starters and 7 players with experience but the real question may be at linebacker where things are still a bit green. When it comes to the defensive backs everyone returns but will the experience count where it matters most? Will opposing quarterbacks be able to take the top off? We run down each game on the schedule and Black gives us his thoughts on how the Eagles will perform and why they may or may not win. It's a promising schedule for a second year coach who was frustrated by COVID when he tried to implement his system last year. There's not much in the way this season. Subscribed To ACC Nation Podcast Yet? Get On It! Be sure to follow A.J. Black on Twitter and for all your Boston College news turn to BC Bulletin. On the next ACC Nation Podcast - Radio - YouTube episode - Conor O'Neill (Wake Forest)

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Special Guest Jeffrey M. Adams, a Senior Partner at the law firm Abbey, Adams, Byelick and Mueller, LLP discusses the flare-up between the Big 12 conference and ESPN. What legal implications may be involved? We'll talk about what the American Bar Association refers to as "Wrongful Conduct" in interference with contractual and economic relations. There's more than meets the eye and why legal counsel for several entities may or may not have their hands full. Is this a case worth pursuing? Many on social media think it's a foregone conclusion but is it? Adams' thoughts on the world of college sports may bring many fans to a screeching halt. Life isn't black and white, it's many shades of gray. Those agreements, those contracts that you thought were iron-clad may not be as solid as you imagined. Is college sports as we've known it about to get tossed into the trash-bin of history? With the NCAA seemingly folding like a bad lawn chair under the weight of Mark Emmert's recent comments, the NIL, aggressive moves by the SEC and ESPN moving pieces around the chess board, expect things to get a bit dicey. DONATE Jeff Adams Adams paints an interesting picture not only for college football but basketball and all sports as the way we knew things to be become the way things were. There will be changes to all sports with the NIL, realignments must happen and how will Olympic style sports survive if the money should dry up? Can baseball survive on it's own? How will basketball teams compete when NIL money comes into the full picture? There are lots of questions, few crystal balls and seemingly fewer leaders with capes these days to lead the way. On the home turf, how will the ACC react to potentially having Clemson poached? Are there mergers on the horizon? An interesting conversation with Jeff Adams puts an exclamation point on the week. You will want to listen to this episode of ACC Nation Podcast, also available on ACC Nation Radio and YouTube (see link below). https://youtu.be/hm6cZtwLes8 Special Guests coming up on ACC Nation - A.J. Black (Boston College)Conor O'Neill (Wake Forest).....and many more. Be sure to subscribe.

Jeff Adams Explains The Legal Side Of The Big 12 Vs ESPN

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes There's a lot going on in Virginia sports these days and The Daily Progress' Bennett Conlin stops by to talk about some of it. Football, basketball, ACC media days, conference realignments, Olympics, a shared dislike of the Pack and of course, food and drink. Breaking a bit from tradition we start off with Conlin's favorite digs around Charlottesville and other ACC school towns. With long and sometimes weird hours a person has to eat and have a drink once in awhile. Take out your notepad especially if you're building your bucket list of restaurants to check out. The insanity of conference realignment and how that may impact the ACC. Conlin shares his thoughts on teams he thinks make the most sense in adding and what they'll bring to the table. As a James Madison grad he tosses in some thoughts on how JMU can take advantage of all the changes as well. DONATE When it comes to an overload of information the ACC media days (football in this case) exposes you to all of the teams in the conference in addition to multiple coaches and players. To top it all off you hear from ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips just as the realignment story is breaking so you get a feel for what may or may not be happening behind the scenes. The Latest Interviews And Sports News On ACC Nation Radio Bennett Conlin What does a new season hold in store for Wahoo football fans? There are mixed messages in every direction but the potential is such that there is a feeling Virginia may be somewhat of a surprise. Portions of the team are flying under the radar and Brennan Armstrong's talents are under appreciated. Can Bronco Mendenhall get the most out of his team in the fall? When you're talking about Virginia you can't simply over look the men's basketball team. We didn't and Conlin answers some key questions regarding offense playmakers and what they'll need to do this season. Subscribe (free) To ACC Nation Podcast The Olympics are looming large at the moment and quite a few Virginia athletes are participating. We take a quick look at who, what and how they'll contribute to the Cavaliers. Be sure to follow Conlin on Twitter @BennettConlin and for complete coverage of the Virginia Cavaliers subscribe to The Daily Progress. Coming Up On ACC Nation Podcast A.J. Black (Boston College)Conor O'Neill (Wake Forest) https://youtu.be/aNbeUYWt_gw

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Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Does the recent spate of conference realignment talk have you confused? You're not the only one. That's why we invited Matt Zemek, the Editor of USA Today's Trojans Wire and a twenty-year veteran of covering college football to join us on ACC Nation Podcast. We couldn't have asked for a better guest to help explain why Texas and Oklahoma are unhappy with the Big 12. Zemek lays out how this may impact other college conferences and significantly change the landscape. From the PAC 12 to the ACC and everything in-between you should probably expect a shift in teams in more than one place. We asked Zemek who he thought might be good additions to the ACC should the conference go in that direction. Find out his picks and see if you agree. Zemek doesn't hold back when it comes to the job that commissioners (past and present) are doing for their conferences. Who does he think is the best among the Power 5? What are his thoughts on Notre Dame sticking with the ACC or leaving for the Big 10? There's a lot on the the menu in this special episode. DONATE Matt Zemek Be sure to follow Matt on Twitter @MattZemek and at USA Today's Trojans Wire for coverage of USC Sports. Subscribe To ACC Nation Podcast Coming up on ACC Nation Podcast - Bennett Conlin – The Daily Progress (Virginia)A J Black – BC Bulletin (Boston College)Conor O’Neill – Wake Up (Wake Forest)

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Estimated reading time: 2 minutes WDRB's Rick Bozich joins us on this week's episode of ACC Nation Podcast. Rick shares some interesting stories on his journey through the world of sports. It all started in Gary, IN which explains his affinity for the Chicago White Sox. Hear his thoughts on Rick Pitino and Bobby Petrino plus his wild ride with one Bobby Knight of Indiana basketball fame. Of course we'll talk about Louisville football and basketball. His opinions are well-seasoned and get right to the heart of the matter. There are a handful of sports journalists that cover the ACC and we rank him right up there among the best. Find out why by subscribing to the podcast or watching the interview on YouTube (see link below). Often early influences help drive who and what we become later in life. For Bozich, exposure to top-tier sports started with Notre Dame football and eventually a wide range of Chicago professional sports. It's all led to being a member of the US Basketball Writers Association Hall of Fame. DONATE Rick Bozich https://youtu.be/K4hEDwlHcCM Bozich gives us his impressions of how Scott Satterfield and Chris Mack are performing as head coaches. He shares his thoughts on how Louisville fans may need to be a bit more patient in allowing coaches to build their programs. Will and Jim look at how the football team stacks up this season with Bozich providing some important details on key positions. How does he think the Cardinals will do this year? Be sure to listen and we encourage you to listen to the WDRB Sports Podcast where Rick Bozich interviews Phil Steele. Coming up on ACC Nation Podcast - Bennett Conlin - The Daily Progress (Virginia)A J Black - BC Bulletin (Boston College)Conor O'Neill - Wake Up (Wake Forest)

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Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Like the Phoenix rising the guys from ACC Nation Podcast return with a full schedule of sports news. Who is Henry Davis and why has he upset the apple cart? The Louisville catcher caught everyone off guard by being the top pick in the MLB Draft. We have a look at the players coming out of the ACC and three high school players that were drafted high that will have an impact on conference recruiting rosters. If you have Comcast Xfinity there is some hope that you'll be watching football on the ACC Network by September at least according to commissioner Jim Phillips. Who are the top draft prospects for the NBA coming out of the ACC? Florida State, Duke and Virginia contribute to the Top 30 list. We take a look at the CBS Sports Top 100 and find that all of the conference players are moving up in value. DONATE What would a mid-summer podcast be without a look at football? After all, we're about a month and a half away from the start of conference games. Coming up first is the ACC Kick-Off on July 21 and 22. Plenty of coaches, players and media all mixing it up and giving us a look at what's coming this fall. Phoenix Rising Speaking of football, what's up with Phil Steele's divisional breakdown and all the ties? What does it mean to have five Atlantic Division teams tied for second? It's only slightly less confusing with four teams tied in the Coastal. Whatever you take away from it all there's one thing we can say for sure. There's better football on the horizon for ACC fans. Subscribe To ACC Nation Podcast You can catch the latest ACC sports news on ACC Nation Podcast, ACC Nation Radio or watch us on YouTube. Subscribe to your favorite platform today.

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Estimated reading time: 2 minutes You could use a million and one phrases, like, the rubber meets the road but when it all comes down to the nuts and bolts, it better be bat meet ball. NC State and Virginia have ventured into the College World Series (CWS) through slightly different paths but both teams are nothing short of scrappy when it comes to their wins. Will and Jim take a look at some ACC sports news first and then dive head first into how the conference has performed in post-season baseball action. Two ACC performers came away with gold during the 2021 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships. Virginia's Michaela Meyers and NC State's Elly Henes delivered in the 800M and 5KM. There's an interesting side note to the Henes win that we share with you on the show. Florida State had a great softball season but unfortunately they came up short against top-ranked Oklahoma in the WCWS. The Seminoles return a young but experienced squad next season. Our colleague Chris Bond notes that now that they've held been in a position to hold the cup they'll be ready to drink from it in 2022. Be sure to subscribe to ACC Nation Podcast, listen to ACC Nation Radio and if you would, we’d appreciate a review and your support to continue to keep the program free to you. DONATE Bat Meet Ball The ACC had a great baseball season and sent 8 teams to the NCAA Regionals. Three of those teams made it to the Super Regionals including Notre Dame, a team that had a stupendous regular season that held incredible promise going into the post-season. The Irish couldn't muster enough to take the final game of the three-game series with Mississippi State and clinch a Super Regional spot. NC State captured the first spot in Bracket 1 of the CWS among conference teams. Later in the day Virginia fought back against a tenacious Dallas Baptist to make their way into Bracket 2. We outline the games that are coming up this weekend in Omaha. Find out the matchups, times and where you can watch coverage. And as a final note, some thoughts on the site of the 2022 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Watch And Subscribe - YouTube https://youtu.be/GIO3VYTyysg

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Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Puckersville, it's where some fans reside and others just visit. This Memorial Day Weekend's schedule of both ACC and NCAA tournament action kept followers on the edge of their seats. From tennis, golf, lacrosse, rowing and track and field we take a look at the latest sports news. Then we take a look at the NCAA Regional Baseball matchups. As a heads up, you'll want to check out your available channels on your television provider (cable or streaming) to see if they carry the ACC and/or SEC Networks. Not all games will be on ESPN and some will be on the aforementioned. Be sure to subscribe to ACC Nation Podcast, listen to ACC Nation Radio and if you would, we'd appreciate a review and your support to continue to keep the program free to you. DONATE It's all about titles this week as teams and individuals grab ACC and NCAA championships. Conference women dominated the NCAA singles and doubles championships. Six men's teams moved on in the NCAA men's golf championship. For a moment we thought there'd be two ACC teams in the WCWS but it was not to be. Find out who clinched the first spot. When it comes to lacrosse the women's and men's NCAA championships were nothing less than spectacular and of course, an ACC team came away with the win in both. It was a better year than most in ACC rowing as three teams made it to the NCAA championships. And, don't forget we still have a couple of sports that are still working toward the finals and that includes men's golf, track and field and baseball. Puckersville When the No. 9 seed ends up as the conference champion in baseball you may want to keep a close eye on how they do in the NCAA regionals. The ACC is stronger than ever this year as they send 8 teams to the NCAA tournament. We think it should have been 9 as Pitt missed the cut. The guys look at each regional and share some thoughts on how teams match up and who might be the team to beat in each one. Watch And Subscribe - YouTube https://youtu.be/kr6TFa-1-w4

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Baseball - Hot Dogs - Apple Pie. The ACC Baseball Tournament is underway this week and that provides plenty to talk about on this episode of ACC Nation Podcast. But, we don't stop there as there's a full-plate of conference sports continuing in NCAA Tournament action. Plus, we take a look and share some thoughts on how the writers from ACC Nation are ranking teams for the upcoming football season. Jim and Will toss in some thoughts as they count down from one to fourteen how we think teams will finish this fall. Do you agree or disagree with the early ACC Nation Pigskin Picks? What's on the agenda for this last episode in May? We keep you updated on the latest NCAA lacrosse action for men and women. What's next for NCAA golf? NCAA rowing features three ACC teams. Two teams from the conference advance to the Super Regionals of NCAA softball. There's also tennis and outdoor track and field going on this week that we'll feature on the website. DONATE ACC Nation Radio - At Home, Work, In Your Car Before we jump into the, as D1Baseball calls it, quagmire of conference baseball let us entertain you with our thoughts on the fall. Can we expect something different with ACC football this season? Will teams rise or fall? Baseball - Hot Dogs - Apple Pie Where will conference teams finish this season? We take a look at what the writers are thinking in regard to conference rankings. Sure, it's early but in a profession that deems it okay to release a Way-Too-Early Top 25 in December (that would be right after the season ends) we think this piece is better timed. With most transfers safely in the pocket, spring practice and games under their belts, we believe there's more than enough to provide a clear crystal ball. Subscribe To ACC Nation Podcast Who are the top seeds? When will the games be played? Which teams have the most to lose and the most to gain? A look at the ACC Baseball Tournament. Are there any games that can push teams out of the NCAA Tournament? Can a win or two put others back into play for an at-large berth? Subscribe And Watch On YouTube https://youtu.be/GfMaMrmwx7A

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Estimated reading time: 2 minutes It's that time of year. The transitions of ACC teams from conference tournament action into the NCAA. With double the sports news because of the carry over of fall sports to the spring we've got plenty to talk about on ACC Nation Podcast. Jim and Will also run down some of the notable conference basketball players being mentioned in NBA Mock Drafts. Plus, a rundown of ACC baseball players who are on the MLB Top 100 list as professional baseball's draft is also just around the corner. ACC baseball is the only remaining conference active sport with the tournament just over a week away. Find out what sports wrapped the conference season this weekend and which teams won the ACC Championships. Of note to conference baseball fans, two teams were named to the potential host list for the upcoming NCAA Tournament. We've got the latest on NCAA Selection Shows and you'll find out details in additional stories posted on the website. Transitions The NBA and MLB Drafts are coming up in the next few months. We've got the latest on the NBA Lottery and Draft plus a look at a Mock Draft and where ACC players might be headed. Jim and Will talk about baseball's top prospects from an MLB list with a focus on ACC teams. We end with a question. Why does the MLB continue selecting players long before they are ever ready to play professionally? Maybe you have the answer.

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Estimated reading time: 2 minutes The ACC scores in the 2021 NFL Draft with not only the top pick but also in the number of players selected in seven rounds and as UDFA's. Before we get into the laundry list of players headed to the pro's we'll round up the latest ACC and NCAA sports action for you. As always, there's a whole lot on the plate with the combination of fall and spring sports being played out. The guys will do their best to touch on as much as possible in this week's episode of ACC Nation Podcast. Don't forget. You can listen to the program on ACC Nation Radio and watch it on YouTube. Before you jump into the show, can we ask a small favor? Please review and/or rate us on the platform you use to listen or watch us on. The guys love the feedback. And, if you can visit our PayPal site and keep the momentum going. It's most appreciated! DONATE Before taking a look at the NFL Draft results and the absolute steals picked up in UDFA action afterward there's a rundown of the latest ACC and NCAA sports news. Field HockeySoccerBeach VolleyballGolfLacrosseTennisRowingSoftballTrack and Field ACC Scores A look at rounds one through seven of the 2021 NFL Draft and the players from the ACC and Notre Dame that have been selected. To wrap things up, some stellar players were not drafted but did immediately generate interest as UDFA's.

ACC Scores In The NFL Draft – ACC Nation Podcast

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes How many sports can you pack into the spring season? We'll let you know when we finally finish counting. But seriously, the fall sports that were moved because of COVID provides plenty of great action. Find out who the latest champions in ACC action and who's headed to NCAA Tournaments? We've got that. Plus we take an in-depth look at baseball, basketball and more. Find out which teams will likely be in the Field of 64 and who Charlie Creme is projecting in his latest bracket to make the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament. https://youtu.be/Gueq6m_3IDo Follow ACC Nation On YouTube Some quick house-keeping. We'd appreciate a thumbs up for the podcast on the platform you are using to download. We're always glad to hear from you. Whether it's suggestions on guests or how you think we can do better. It's anonymous and we'd don't collect personal information when you do. And, if you could help us buy a brew or two we can assure you it would be most appreciated, thus the 'donate' button. Thanks in advance. DONATE Baseball, Basketball And More Which teams won the ACC Men's and Women's Tennis Championships?Find out about the ACC Men's and Women's Golf Champions.NCAA Women's Soccer Championship is underway. Who's seeded?The ACC Women's Lacrosse Championship runs through this weekend. Who's the top seed?The latest college baseball Top 25's have four ACC teams. We take a look at D1Baseball's Field of 64 and how ACC teams stack up. Who are the top teams in a Way-Too-Early Top 25 for women's basketball?The ACC teams projected to hit the NCAA in the latest bracketology.

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Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Ken Cross of College Hoops Watch is our special guest on ACC Nation Podcast (Subscribe). Ken drops by to discuss the impact of the NCAA Transfer Portal upon men's college basketball. Plus, he shares some thoughts on the coming season. You're in for quite a ride if your a men's college basketball fan. Teams become stacked as more and more players move around. To further strengthen rosters the NCAA's extra year of eligibility is keeping more players right where they are. Just how many players in the Division I are actually opting to go the transfer route? It's far more significant than you may have thought. This is especially true with the NCAA allowing for a one time transfer without sitting out a year. What kind of impact does this have on players? How about teams? Coaches may have to hit the road more just to keep a roster. Ken has some thoughts on how this will all impact the sport and how everyone will adjust. Donate Ken Cross College Hoops We take a look at the ESPN Way-Too-Early Top 25. Ken gives us his thoughts on how the top dogs and the teams in the ACC will perform. He gives us his prediction for who takes home the conference title this coming season. Then reflects on Mike Young at Virginia Tech, the Boeheim's and the transition from Williams to Davis at Chapel Hill. What does Ken think of the top seeds in Joe Lunardi's (also far, far too early) Bracket? One team doesn't belong. Finally, we talk a bit about food. Ken says if you like hotdogs you've got to hit Green's Lunch in Charlotte. When in the Tampa area you might enjoy Frenchy's Cafe. And, if by any chance there's a BBQ place in North Carolina that ships. And we're sure there is. Drop us a line so we can hook you up with a man longing for a taste of home. Subscribe to the ACC Nation YouTube channel and watch the latest podcast with special guest, Ken Cross. Other videos include coverage of the ACC in our feature, In Pictures - Dave Wolpert. https://youtu.be/F-awyomI-DU

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In the latest episode of ACC Nation Podcast, Sports News 7, we touch on all of the ACC and NCAA championship dates and scenarios. Then we delve into why the word, befuddled, applies to ACC baseball. It's an upside down world this season as the northern conference teams dominate the latest rankings. Then we share some thoughts on transfers and how exciting it is to watch spring football. Welcome back old friend, we've missed you. Before you get too far into the show you'll want to look up the movie, Being There with Peter Sellers. It will provide some context for some of the conversation along the way. We'd appreciate your review of the show on your favorite platform. Feel free to send us feedback and suggestions as well. And, if you'd like to buy us a coffee (beer?) or two we'd be very appreciative. Support Our Podcast Sports News 7 Championship SchedulesVolleyballWomen's GolfWomen's GymnasticsMen's SoccerWomen's SoccerMen's and Women's TennisMen's GolfWomen's LacrosseMen's LacrosseField HockeyBeach VolleyballSoftballOutdoor Track and FieldRowing NCAA Ice Hockey and Fencing Will takes a closer look at the outcome of the NCAA Frozen Four. Jim talks about the NCAA Fencing Championships. ACC Baseball A look at the top teams in the conference and how they're performing. The surprise teams this season. An exciting series is slated for this weekend in Blacksburg between the Hokies and Yellow Jackets. Can anyone stop Louisville? Who's headed to Omaha? ACC Football A quick look at spring football action and some thoughts on NC State and Florida State. Be sure to subscribe to ACC Nation Podcast or catch all of the action on ACC Nation Radio.

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ACC men's basketball teams started out the NCAA Basketball Tournament with a whimper. Let's call it, an implosion. It wasn't just ACC teams struggling to survive either. The upside down world of collegiate sports that began it's strange journey last year around this time continues to befuddle. Not everything is terrible in the world though. Both Florida State and Syracuse continue their march toward....well, who knows what but fans aren't complaining. Jim and Will crank up this episode of ACC Nation Podcast with gobs of sports news. The doubling down on sports action due to the NCAA moving competition and championships from the fall to the spring provides plenty to talk about. Here's a list of some of the stories we're talking about - Which ACC swimming and diving team won the 2021 NCAA Championship?A conference wrestler, seeded No. 2, upsets No. 1 to take home an NCAA Wrestling TitleACC fencers load up the NCAA ChampionshipsThe Top 25 ACC baseball teams this weekWhich four conference softball teams made the Top 25?The CRCA Rowing Top 20 includes three conference teams including a top 3Which team dominates both men's and women's collegiate lacrosse?A look at the latest AVCA Beach and Volleyball polls includes a No. 1 team Support Our Podcast Implosion Things aren't all bad on the basketball front. We take a look at the progress so far with ACC women's teams in the NCAA Tournament. Have A Minute? Enjoy A Doughnut. Let's not forget the NIT. The Wolfpack continue to get in critical minutes. The first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament was not kind to ACC teams. The losses came fast and furious but the impact of Florida State and Syracuse created a wave. How far will it go? We'll find out this week. Stay tuned!

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