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ACC Football Power Rankings: NC State moving up the charts

By Darrelle Thompson

WINSTON SALEM, NC - OCTOBER 06: Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Clemson Tigers throws a pass against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons during their game at BB&T Field on October 6, 2018 in Winston Salem, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
WINSTON SALEM, NC - OCTOBER 06: Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Clemson Tigers throws a pass against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons during their game at BB&T Field on October 6, 2018 in Winston Salem, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) /
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The Yellow Jackets offense has scored 60+ points in each of the last two weeks. TaQuon Marshall and Tobias Oliver each ran for over 100 yards and two scores. The Yellow Jackets pass defense didn’t have a good game as they gave up two touchdown passes and 299 yards to quarterback Jawon Pass. They face Duke this week and could have the upper hand if the Blue Devils aren’t ready to defend the option.

Pittsburgh upset Syracuse in overtime this weekend and have a small shot to make the ACC title game if they can build some consistent wins. Darren Hill had two touchdowns and 107 yards on the ground including the Panthers winning score in overtime. They were able to shut down Eric Dungey and could shake up the college football playoffs if they upset Notre Dame on the road this weekend.

The Cavaliers had a bye this week and face 16th ranked Miami in a primetime television game. Miami is the real deal after getting five straight wins after losing their opener to LSU. You can bet the turnover chain will be out in this one.

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