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ACC Football: Newcomers who’ll have the biggest impact in 2022

By Dante Pryor

Dec 4, 2021; Charlotte, NC, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) holds up the championship trophy as head coach Pat Narduzzi looks on after winning the ACC championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 4, 2021; Charlotte, NC, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) holds up the championship trophy as head coach Pat Narduzzi looks on after winning the ACC championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /
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8. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets: Antonio Martin, Running back

Running back Jahmyr Gibbs transferred to Alabama and Jordan Mason declared for the NFL Draft; those departures leave a large void in the running back room. Antonio Martin will have every opportunity to not only compete for snaps but possibly start.

Dontae Smith is the only running back with significant experience at the position returning. Martin is a one cut and go running back. When he sees a crease, the foot goes into the ground and he is off. Martin is not a burner but has good speed. Expect the Georgia native to be in the mix for RB1.

7. Duke Blue Devils: Cade Anders, Tight end

Tight end Cade Anders comes to Duke as the top Prep School prospect in the country at his position. The Blue Devils are three-deep at tight end but Anders is an instant upgrade at the position.

At 6-foot-4 and 240 pounds, Anders blocks with the precision and attitude of an offensive lineman. Anders also gives the Blue Devils some versatility as a receiver. The Tifton, Georgia native can line up in the backfield like an H-back or fullback as well as inline like a traditional tight end.

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