Last Week: 3-1 Overall: 43-16

Virginia Tech vs. Clemson

If you're a Virginia Tech fan, you're hoping this isn't going to be a repeat of what happened last year. Clemson won both meetings last year by a combined 61-13 score. And you're also hoping if you're a Virginia Tech fan that the last three quarters of last week's game against Duke are a sign of things to come. They can score points in this game. Clemson has allowed 111 points in its last three games. And Virginia Tech put up its best rushing total of the season last week as well. But what is in Clemson's favor is the bye week that gave them an extra week to prepare for this game. They have some momentum coming off of two wins in a row. My biggest concern in this game is if Virginia Tech's pass defense can stop Clemson's passing offense. I don't think they will that successfully, and that will be the big difference here. Clemson 31, Virginia Tech 21

Wake Forest vs. Virginia

Wake Forest misses Michael Campanaro. Some of that showed in their last game two weeks ago. Tanner Price only threw for 170 yards, and 73 of them came on one play in the first minute of the game. The Deacs only had 241 yards on offense in that game. Josh Harris had a decent day running the ball in that game. He could have a decent game running here too. Wake's biggest chance at winning the game is forcing turnovers. Virginia has turned the ball over 17 times in seven games. When they're not turning the ball over, Virginia can get something going on offense. Kevin Parks has emerged the last couple of games, and if Virginia keeps feeding him, and especially if they can get Perry Jones going, they will have no trouble winning. I still think they will win because I don't trust Wake Forest to get much going on offense. Virginia 24, Wake Forest 14

Boston College vs. Georgia Tech

These two teams have lost a combined seven straight games, so something is going to have to give in this game. Georgia Tech let go of Al Groh after their last game, so they will have an interim defensive coordinator. It will be interesting to see how they react to this. But here's what you really need to know about this game. Georgia Tech is 3rd in the nation in rushing, and Boston College is 120th in the nation in rush defense. Boston College faced a team that runs a similar style of offense a few weeks ago, and allowed 516 yards rushing. I don't think the Eagles will give that many yards on the ground, but 400 isn't out of the question. Georgia Tech 41, Boston College 14

NC State vs. Maryland

Two weeks ago, NC State had a huge win at home against Florida State. This week's competition isn't as daunting, but it is on the road. That can be tricky. Maryland is 4-2, and is one of the biggest surprises of the ACC so far. They are atrocious offensively. Ok, it's basically Stefon Diggs on offense. That is it. No one has really stopped him yet. I think Maryland should try to find more ways to get him the ball. Considering how bad Maryland is running the ball, throwing it isn't a bad idea. NC State is 103rd in the nation in pass defense. This could be a good day for Perry Hills. Maryland's defense is ninth in the nation. This is why Maryland is winning. NC State's best chance to win is through the air. Mike Glennon has thrown three interceptions his last two games, but Maryland is not an opportunistic defense. They've only forced 10 turnovers this year. I think this will be a close game, but I just can't see a way for Maryland to win. NC State has the momentum coming off of a huge win. NC State 20, Maryland 13

North Carolina vs. Duke

You really have to wonder how good North Carolina could be if it weren't the most penalized team in the country. It nearly cost them last week against Miami. And if they don't watch it this week, it could cost them. This has been the best Duke team in quite some time, and they can capitalize on these sorts of issues. The big issue with Duke is if they can stop Gio Bernard. He may be the best player in the conference this year. He should have no problem running, and I think Bryn Renner will have a typical Bryn Renner passing game. What can win the game for Duke is success in the running game. They only ran for 22 yards last week against Virginia Tech. Sean Renfree will get his typical stats. I think Gio Bernard will carry UNC on his back and win a shootout. UNC 35, Duke 31

Florida State vs. Miami

We all knew Florida State was going to rebound from that loss to NC State when they drubbed Boston College last week. This week is a big rivalry game that was supposed to be a big game for the ACC, but really hasn't been. Florida State has won the last two in this meeting, including a 45-17 beat down when they last played at Miami two years ago. Florida State's offense will be all about the run. They have the highest yards per carry average in the nation, and Miami is 122nd in rushing defense. Miami may have a new quarterback for the week, as Stephen Morris is doubtful to play. Ryan Williams may get his first start in a Miami uniform this week. He last started a game two years ago when he was a starter at Memphis. He has never faced a defense this caliber. I think he could struggle this week. If Miami can't get an early stop on defense, they could be in for a long day. But I think Florida State will score early and often on this defense. Florida State 41, Miami 20