Carolina’s Own breaks down the Wake Forest Demon Deacons and what to expect from Jake Dickert’s squad heading into the 2026 season. The guys discuss Wake Forest’s impressive defensive performance from last year, including forcing turnovers, creating fumbles, and establishing one of the ACC’s most opportunistic defenses. They also examine the challenges Wake faces replacing key contributors while trying to maintain momentum after a 9-win season.

A major focus of the episode centers around transfer quarterback Gio Lopez and his move from UNC to Wake Forest. The crew debates whether Gio was misused in Chapel Hill, how NFL-style offensive concepts impacted his development, and why reuniting with former South Alabama offensive coordinator Rob Ezell could help unlock his full potential. The discussion also dives into quarterback freedom at the line of scrimmage, offensive structure, and how different coaching philosophies impact quarterback play at the college level.

The guys also break down Wake Forest’s 2026 schedule game-by-game, discussing Vegas win totals, key swing games, and whether the Demon Deacons can reach bowl eligibility again this season. Plus, conversations on ACC roster building, quarterback development, coaching consistency, and the evolving landscape of college football continue throughout the episode.

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In this episode of Bleav in UNC, the guys digs deep into NC State Wolfpack football. The crew kicks things off with some life updates before getting into the meat of the conversation: head coach Dave Doeren's impressive run of 11 winning seasons in 14 years and what that level of consistency really means for the program.

From there, the guys break down NC State's 2025 schedule game by game, debating which matchups have the most impact on the season. One game keeps coming up as the pivotal moment — Florida State. The crew discusses why that late-season matchup has historically been the thing standing between NC State and a ten-win season, and whether this is finally the year Doeren gets over the hump. When it comes to the win total over/under, Block and JD land on nine wins while Ronnie takes eight — but all three go over.

The conversation gets especially interesting when the guys tackle fan expectations in the Triangle. Is Doeren on the hot seat after 14 years? Should NC State fans be satisfied with consistent eight-to-nine win seasons in the modern NIL era? It's a candid, entertaining debate that any ACC football fan will appreciate.

The episode wraps with a preview of next week's show, where the crew shifts from the Triangle to the Triad to break down the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, who are coming off a nine-win season of their own.

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In this episode of Bleav in the ACC, the guys dive into Clemson football and the current state of the program under Dabo Swinney. From building a national powerhouse to navigating recent struggles, the discussion centers on how Clemson got here—and where it is headed next.

The episode opens with a look at Dabo’s rise and Clemson’s dominance over the past decade, followed by an honest conversation about what has changed in recent years. The crew breaks down the impact of coaching turnover, recruiting shifts, and Clemson’s delayed embrace of the transfer portal. They also discuss the team’s major roster turnover, including multiple NFL Draft departures, and what that means for 2026.

On offense, the focus turns to new coordinator Chad Morris, the quarterback battle led by Christopher Vizzina, and whether Clemson can regain its explosive identity. Defensively, the group examines heavy losses across the unit and whether portal additions can stabilize the roster.

The conversation also explores broader themes around Dabo’s philosophy, NIL, tampering concerns, and whether Clemson can still compete at the highest level. The guys close by breaking down Clemson’s schedule, key matchups—including the season opener against LSU Tigers football—and projecting where the Tigers land this season.

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