The never-ending saga of conference realignment returns this week, as the Pac-12 rises from the ashes. Meanwhile, Florida State, a school committed to destroying the viability of its current conference, continues to face karmic justice on the football field. Topics for discussion include: The reinvention of the Pac-12 and what it means for the ACC The continued implosion of Florida State's season Tennessee's new "talent fee" Other highlights from Week 3 games Predictions for every ACC college fo...
Sep 18, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Week 2 brought us one major upset and several close calls for highly ranked teams. Entering a weekend of early season rivalry games, which teams should be on upset alert? In this episode, we discuss: Shutt's trip to Charlotte for the NC State/Tennessee game Disappointing performance from Notre Dame and Colorado High-profile teams that avoided embarrassing losses in Week 2 Previews for every ACC game in Week 3 Our picks for the highest profile national games on the schedule this weekend...
Sep 11, 2024•59 min•Season 2Ep. 27
For years, Clemson and Florida State have dominated football in the ACC. However, after both teams have struggled out of the gate in 2024, is it time to anoint other schools as the favorites to win the conference? In this episode, we: Analyze the disappointing opening Week 1 performances from ACC favorites and what it means for the conference Preview every Week 2 ACC game with picks against the spread Discuss other intriguing Week 2 matchups from around the country You can always email the show ...
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 26
ACC favorite Florida State faltered out of the gate in Week 0 and SMU barely avoided a disastrous upset. Are these games signs of a chaotic season to come or necessary wake-up calls for two of the conference's best teams? In this episode, we prepare for a jam-packed weekend of college football by: Recapping Week 0 games including Georgia Tech's shocking upset over Florida State Debating a controversial new way to gamble against your team's rivals = Previewing every Week 1 game in the ACC Discuss...
Aug 28, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 25
In this week's episode, we sat down with college football expert and data analyst Kelley Ford to discuss his ratings system and expectations for the upcoming season. How can data be used to predict something as complex as college football and what will it take for the ACC to get two teams into the playoff? Topics for discussion include: How the ultimate chicken wing thief was finally brought to justice Kelley Ford's ratings for the ACC and the College Football Playoff Predictions for Week 0 ACC ...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 24
This week we were joined by Kris Wright of TheSabre.com to preview the upcoming UVA football and basketball seasons. In a make-or-break year for coach Tony Elliott, will the Hoos outperform their expectations? Topics for discussion include: What to expect from the Virginia football team and the key players to watch at every position How much change fans should expect from Tony Bennett and the UVA basketball team this season UVA and ACC athletes dominating at the Olympics You can always email the...
Aug 07, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 23
We continue our preview of the upcoming ACC football season with the most pressing questions and storylines. Topics for discussion include: A landmark court ruling in how we approach chicken wings A recap of Shutt's Summer of '99 Tour experience The biggest questions in the ACC ahead of the college football season, including: Which first year coaches are poised for success and who enters the season on the hot seat? Is this a make-or-break season for Dabo Swinney at Clemson? Can the ACC get multi...
Jul 31, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 22
With college football returning in exactly one month, we begin our ACC preseason preview by looking at the game's most important position: the quarterback. Which gunslingers will elevate their teams to the top of the conference and who will struggle with their new teams? In this episode, we discuss: Excitement and nostalgia over the return of an NCAA video game High-impact transfers across the college football landscape ACC quarterbacks and how they will shape the conference race The specter of ...
Jul 25, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 21
After an extended spring break, we are back and chatting about sports. This week, we focused our attention on the upcoming NBA Draft. With no clear consensus on how the draft will unfold, which players have the greatest chance at stardom? Topics for discussion include: Beating LeBron James in basketball as a child A recap of the College World Series Whether ACC fans need to be worried about the arrival of SMU The wide open NBA Draft, including best sleeper picks and the ACC players with the most...
Jun 24, 2024•58 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Despite the tumultuous nature of college basketball, both the men's and women's seasons ended in predictable ways. In this episode, we analyze both NCAA National Championship games and look ahead to an off-season of player and coach movement. Topics for discussion include: The dominance of South Carolina and UConn on the path to tournament titles The 5th anniversary of UVA basketball's title John Calipari's surprising decision to leave Kentucky for Arkansas Watching the transfer portal with the ...
Apr 10, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 19
In three short weeks, North Carolina State has completed one of the most incredible turnarounds in NCAA basketball history. Left for dead entering the ACC Tournament, the Wolfpack have made ascended to the pinnacle of college basketball. In this episode, we outline the reasons for NC State's success and discuss what the whirlwind has felt like from a fan perspective. Topics for discussion include: NC State's improbable run to the Final Four Frustration among the UNC fanbase UConn's continued dom...
Apr 02, 2024•33 min•Season 2Ep. 18
After months of commentary about how it was a "down year" for the ACC, the conference has responded with a vengeance in the NCAA Tournament. In this episode, we talk about the reasons behind the ACC's success, analyze the first two rounds of March Madness, and look ahead to an exciting slate of Sweet Sixteen games. Topics for discussion include: The ethics of placing bets on rival teams The success of the ACC in Rounds 1 & 2 of the NCAA Tournament Evaluating Virginia's season after another e...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 17
After weeks of blind resumes, NET rankings, and bracketologist projections, we finally have our NCAA Tournament field. In this episode, we do a deep dive on the bracket, analyzing the most likely winners and the underdogs poised to wreak havoc. Topics for discussion include: NC State completing a miracle run through the ACC Tournament Virginia surviving a weird year on the NCAA Tournament bubble Bubble teams opting out of the NIT after not getting an invite to March Madness Analysis of each part...
Mar 18, 2024•54 min•Season 2Ep. 18
It was an eventful last day of live coverage from the ACC Tournament in Washington D.C. The finals are now set, with top-seeded North Carolina taking on its hated rival, NC State. The Wolfpack's improbable run comes at the expense of the Virginia Cavaliers, who must wait until Selection Sunday to see if they will be included in the field. In this episode, we discuss: NC State's magical four-day run during the ACC Tournament The agony of Virginia's last-second loss A preview of the ACC Championsh...
Mar 16, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 17
The ACC Tournament semifinals are set! North Carolina will look to make its case for a top seed in March Madness against a Pittsburgh team looking to play its way off the bubble. In the second game, NC State will look to continue its Cinderella run through the conference against a Virginia squad that escaped with an overtime victory over Boston College. In this episode, we analyze everything we saw at the arena, including: What we learned from all four quarterfinals games How Thursday's results ...
Mar 15, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 17
What Day 2 of the ACC Tournament lacked in drama, it made up for with surprise performances. Wake Forest and NC State ensured that North Carolina will be well-represented during the Thursday slate of games, while Boston College upset Clemson in a definitive rout. In this episode, we break down all four Wednesday games and look ahead to the quarterfinals. We discuss: An early week appearance of the Red Panda Another strong ACC tournament performance from Florida State Wake Forest's attempt to rem...
Mar 14, 2024•26 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Defense was in short supply during the first day of the ACC Tournament, as Notre Dame, NC State, and Boston College advanced after 80+ point performances. Record on locations in Washington D.C., this episode provides a behind-the-scenes perspective of the sights and sounds of a fascinating Day 1 of the nation's premier conference tournament. We discuss: The upward trajectory of Notre Dame and Georgia Tech NC State's offensive explosion without leading scorer DJ Horne The final nail in the coff f...
Mar 13, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 15
While Virginia's men's basketball team struggled mightily at Duke, it was a banner weekend for the UVA women's program and for women's basketball generally. In this episode, we analyze the amazing career of Caitlin Clark and look ahead to both the men's and women's ACC and NCAA basketball tournaments. Topics for discussion include: Duke and UNC back at the top of the ACC in men's basketball The messiness of the NCAA tournament bubble Caitlin Clark becoming the NCAA's all-time leading scorer Kymo...
Mar 06, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 14
After several anemic offensive performances, Virginia basketball finds itself in unfamiliar territory: squarely on the NCAA bubble. In this episode, we talk about fan anxiety and address criticisms for the Cavaliers' recent play. Topics for discussion include: Our upcoming TheSabre.com watch party for the UVA-Duke game Court storming experiences and alternatives Mississippi Valley State completing the D1 "circle of parity" How Virginia fans should navigate the unfamiliar territory of "the bubble...
Feb 28, 2024•54 min•Season 2Ep. 13
With two weeks left in the college basketball regular season, teams are making one final push to improve their tournament resumes. In this episode, we focus on the ACC bubble picture, and what each team, including Virginia, must do to punch their ticket to the Big Dance. Topics for discussion include: A rant for the ages from Rick Pitino A frustrating week from Virginia basketball and how it impacts the Cavaliers' tournament hopes How public perceptions of the ACC are impacting conference teams ...
Feb 21, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 12
After seven consecutive wins, the Virginia Cavaliers are back in contention for the ACC title and a spot in the NCAA tournament. We discuss the reasons for the Hoos' recent success and analyze the other ACC teams vying for an invite to March Madness. Topics for discussion include: A vintage defensive performance from the Virginia basketball team The ACC's NCAA tournament outlook and whether it is a down year for the conference The metrics behind "Carolina Refs" Proposals for how to fix men's col...
Feb 07, 2024•56 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Virginia basketball is riding high after four consecutive victories, including two on the road. Where do the Cavaliers fit in with the crowded race for ACC superiority? Plus, we take an initial look at the conference football schedule. Topics for discussion include: Virginia basketball's recent ascent back to the NCAA Tournament bubble Kevin Keatts on the hot seat at NC State The struggles of Louisville basketball under Kenny Payne Mapping out the ultimate ACC fan road trip for the 2024 college ...
Jan 30, 2024•49 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Nick Saban's retirement has reverberated across the college football landscape. Another critical coaching domino, Jim Harbaugh, may yet fall. We discuss a chaotic start to the college football offseason as well as how the ACC basketball picture is shaping up. Topics for discussion include: Mascot dance offs and video game dynasties The impact of Nick Saban's retirement on the coaching landscape Jim Harbaugh exploring a return to the NFL The biggest surprises from the first month of ACC play UVA'...
Jan 17, 2024•55 min•Season 2Ep. 9
With the college football season over, fans can fully turn their attention to conference play in college basketball. Unfortunately for UVA fans, the Hoos have struggled out of the gate on the road. We discussed Virginia's recent poor play and what it means long-term for a program that has dominated ACC play over the last decade. Topics for discussion include: A thank you to everyone who came to our live watch party Michigan's victory in the National Championship game Analysis of Virginia's loss ...
Jan 09, 2024•44 min•Season 2Ep. 8
The ACC woke up on Christmas morning with a lawsuit in its stocking courtesy of Florida State University. Is the school right to challenge the conference's grant of rights or is it merely throwing a legal temper tantrum? Topics for discussion this week: A special announcement for our Central Virginia listeners Florida State's legal battle against the Atlantic Coast Conference and what it means for other member schools
Dec 27, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 7
With the transfer portal open and players making early declarations for the NFL Draft, college football bowl season is more chaotic than ever. We tried to cut through the confusion with a preview of this year's biggest matchups. Topics for discussion included: Evaluating how our teams are doing in the transfer portal Chip Kelly's proposal for fixing issues with NIL and realignment New Year's Six bowl game previews and best bets A historic blowout in college basketball...
Dec 19, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 6
The College Football Playoff is set, but it will not contain an ACC team this year. We talked about the committee's decision to leave out an undefeated Power 5 champion and how that impacts our excitement about the upcoming bowl season. Topics for discussion included: The controversial decision to exclude undefeated Florida State from the College Football Playoff The most interesting bowl matchups in the middle of transfer portal season Charlie Baker's proposal for subdivisions in college athlet...
Dec 06, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Following a one-sided loss to Virginia Tech, UVA supporters now face a long offseason with substantial questions. We talked about the state of the Virginia football program, then looked ahead to conference championship weekend. Topics for discussion included: Evaluating the good and bad from the Virginia football season and where the school goes from here Dunking on North Carolina after another rivalry loss to NC State Analyzing the initial dominoes of the transfer portal and coaching carousel A...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Rivalry week is upon us, which means it's time for bulletin board material, obscure trophies, and a whole lot of hatred. This episode has everything you need to get ready for a weekend of turkey and regional conflict. Topics for discussion included: Mike Woodson's "trickery" How wins from NC State and UVA set up a more meaningful Commonwealth Clash The biggest storylines of Week 12 games, including a shocking Auburn upset and close wins from title contenders College Football Playoff scenarios Wh...
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Even with two weeks remaining in the college football regular season, programs are starting to make coaching changes for the future. In this episode, we discussed the kickoff of the 2024 coaching carousel, Jim Harbaugh's suspension, and what to expect this weekend. Topics included: Virginia basketball starting the season 2-0 despite "Corygate" The firing of Jimbo Fisher at Texas A&M The James Franklin tenure at Penn State and Michigan winning without its head coach Jayden Daniels' Heisman-wo...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 2
