ACC football power rankings: Florida asserts dominance in Week 4

6. Syracuse (4-0)

The Orange have done precisely what they are supposed to do. Syracuse has defeated the teams they are supposed to beat. Unlike many other teams in the ACC, the Orange are among the few that play all their non-conference games at the beginning of its schedule.

The Orange has its first big season test against Clemson at home this weekend. Their next three are against the Tigers, Seminoles, and Tar Heels. If they can get past them, there is a route to a bowl game.

5. No. 18 Miami (4-0)

Their game against Georgia Tech is arguably as important, if not more important than the Texas A&M game. The one thing that might get the Hurricanes up for this game is that it’s in prime time instead of noon. Next weekend is a culture game. Old Miami traditionally stubs its toe in these types of games.

However, they took care of business against Temple. Let’s see if they can do it again. The ‘Canes need to be careful they don’t look ahead to No. 17 UNC either.

4. Louisville (4-0, 2-0)

If the Cardinals win at North Carolina State this weekend, they have to be ranked. The Cardinals have looked very good early this season. Head coach Jeff Brohm has transitioned to his alma mater very well.

After traveling to Raleigh, they host No. 11 Notre Dame.