What was the overall performance of ACC teams this past weekend?

Teams across the ACC had a rough Saturday, with critical losses coming for Duke and SMU and other teams suffering poor performances despite escaping with wins.

Why is the ACC's conference success important?

In an era where conference allegiances and successes dictate both the financial success of member institutions and hopes for the College Football Playoff, weekends like the one the ACC had create problems long term.

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NC State Wins, but ACC Faces Uphill Battle in 2025 Season

Q: How did the NC State Wolfpack perform in the 2025 season?

The NC State Wolfpack moved to a 2-0 record in the 2025 season after defeating the Virginia Cavaliers.

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Summary

NC State moves to 2-0 in 2025 season with win over Virginia
Other ACC teams suffer critical losses and poor performances
Conference success crucial for playoff hopes and financial stability

NC State Wins, but ACC Faces Uphill Battle in 2025 Season

As of September 8th, 2025, the North Carolina State Wolfpack has moved to a 2-0 record in the 2025 season after defeating the Virginia Cavaliers. However, the rest of the ACC has not followed up on this promising start, with teams across the conference suffering critical losses and poor performances this past weekend.

In an era where conference allegiances and successes are crucial for both the financial stability of member institutions and their hopes for the College Football Playoff, weekends like the one the ACC just experienced can create significant long-term problems. The Wolfpack's head coach, Dave Doeren, and select members of the team spoke to the media immediately following the win over Virginia, acknowledging the conference's struggles.

The NC State Insider Podcast has also addressed these issues, attempting to diagnose the problems facing the ACC and what they might mean for the conference's future.

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