Back To ACC By Dave HolcombSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Dave Holcomb recaps Miami’s win over Pittsburgh and the missed opportunities for the Panthers. The Miami Hurricanes stormed into Heinz Field and spoiled Pitts playoff chances Saturday. Redshirt freshman quarterback Tyler Van Dyke was terrific, throwing for […]
Mistakes, Oregon Overwhelm ‘Noles
Back To ACC By BJ BennettSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page The most important stat of the day was a daunting one for FSU: five turnovers in a span of six drives. x9c They were able to capitalize off our faults. In big games like this, you cant […]
More Amazing Milestones for Etienne
Back To ACC By BJ BennettSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Saturday’s top five spotlight at Notre Dame’s famed Memorial Stadium will be a fitting stage for an all-time All-American. On an afternoon where he became the ACC’s new all-time leading rusher, breaking a record held by NC […]
More Than Just a Punter
Back To ACC By BJ BennettSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Used to downing kicks, Harvin dropped a dime. His fake punt pass changed the dynamic of the game entering the break and helped lead Georgia Tech to an upset victory. Saturday’s 28-21 overtime victory over Miami marked […]
Myron Rolle’s Motivation
Back To ACC By BJ BennettSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Though his college accomplishments are nearly beyond compare, Myron Rolle’s true story begins now. x9c I just want to be a good person, a good leader, have a family, just make a difference. ~Myron Rolle Coming out […]
Nate Woody’s Recipe for Success
Back To ACC By Jim JohnsonSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Its easy to see why fans are excited after the defense posted a shutout in week one — the programs first since 2013. Fast. Arguably undersized, but indisputably fast. That was the preeminent attribute of Nate Woodys […]
NC State Has Some Bite
Back To ACC By Jim JohnsonSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Dave Doeren has taken the Pack from 3-9, during his first season in Raleigh, to 8-5 last year, and and markedly improved his team in nearly every facet of the game. x9c “If you look at quarterback […]
NC State Holds All the Cards Over South Carolina… Except One
Back To SEC By Jim JohnsonSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page North Carolina State and South Carolina have played football against one another 57 times, beginning 1900. The records stand just one game apart, with the Gamecocks leading 27-26-4. All signs point to the Wolfpack getting to .500 […]
NC State is Ready to Surprise
Back To ACC By Matt OsborneSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page The Wolfpack will almost certainly be overlooked by the vast majority of media members as we get into the heart of the offseason, but the circumstances in Raleigh are set up perfectly for a shockingly positive 2014 […]
NC State Needs New Offense to Make Noise
Back To ACC By Dave HolcombSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page The Wolfpack will feature practically an entirely new offense in 2019. Its been a long time since N.C. State was a national player in college football as the program has been the last two seasons. The Wolfpack […]
NC State preparing for the biggest game of their season
Back To ACC By BJ BennettSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Ranked in the top ten nationally, North Carolina State will play at 5th-ranked Clemson in college football’s biggest game of week five. GameDay will be in the Upstate for the primetime kick as the two clash for […]
NC State Season in Review
Back To ACC By Matt OsborneSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Looking back at NC State’s 2014 season. Summary Facing a relatively manageable non-conference slate, the Wolfpack were able to run out of the gates with a 4-0 record prior to getting into the conference schedule. The start […]
NC State Takes Championship Step
Back To ACC By BJ BennettSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page NC State now has the momentum of one of the most meaningful wins in program history. North Carolina State, after a statement 27-21 overtime triumph over Clemson, is the early favorite in the ACC Atlantic Division. In […]
NCAA Grants Sirk Sixth Year
Back To SEC By Southern Pigskin StaffSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Duke quarterback Thomas Sirk has been granted extended eligibility. GoDuke.com DURHAM, N.C. Duke quarterback Thomas Sirk has been granted an extension of eligibility by the NCAA. Based on the ruling, Sirk is eligible to participate in […]
LISTEN: Paul Johnson Interview
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Look Out for Louisville
Back To ACC By BJ BennettSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Relatively unheralded it seems, one of college football’s recent major players is making a major move. For point of reference, Louisville’s latest senior class had a better record than Virginia Tech’s. With 23 victories the past two […]
Louisville-Clemson: Expect Another Barnburner
Back To ACC By Jim JohnsonSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Last year, in Death Valley, Clemson and Louisville provided one of the most thrilling contests of the season, and this week, as they square off again, there is nary a more compelling matchup on the docket. Last […]
Louisville Relishing Spoiler Role
Back To ACC By Dave HolcombSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page For the second time in three weeks, an ACC opponent came into its matchup against Louisville with a golden opportunity, but, each time, the Cardinals had different ideas. For the second time in three weeks, an ACC […]
Louisville Routs Syracuse
Back To ACC By Southern Pigskin StaffSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Louisville entered the game leading the nation in rush defense, allowing only 58.2 yards per game and 1.95 yards per carry, and maintained its stifling play. SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Bobby Petrino wore a satisfied look after […]
Louisville Season in Review
Back To ACC By BJ BennettSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Looking back on the Louisville Cardinals’ 2014 season. Summary — The Cardinals’ debut season in the ACC was an impressive one, an immediate validation of their ability to compete in their new league. Overall, Louisville finished the […]
Louisville Spoils Wake’s Unbeaten Dreams
Back To ACC By Dave HolcombSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page After the Demon Deacons knocked off Boston College on the road two weeks ago, it was assumed Wake Forest and Clemson were on a collision course to meet with both teams holding 9-0 records in Week 12. […]
Louisville’s Road to the ACC Title
Back To ACC By Jackson SchroederSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Louisville is an ACC title contender Entering their third year in the ACC, the Louisville Cardinals look to get back to championship football. Louisville has a plethora of returning starters. With a few slight adjustments and a […]
Louisville’s Weakness Exposed vs Air Force
Back To ACC By Dave HolcombSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Dave Holcomb reflects on what cost the Cardinals in the First Responder Bowl. The Louisville passing defense improved as the 2021 college season progressed. But against the most unlikely foe, it became a bugaboo for the Cardinals […]
Lynch Brings the Big Plays for GT
Back To ACC By BJ BennettSouthernPigskin.com Follow us at Twitter.com/SouthernPigskin. Become a fan at the SouthernPigskin.com Facebook Page Clinton Lynch appears ready for a return to his regular role: simply making big plays. Entering his senior season, Georgia Tech A-back Clinton Lynch has career averages of 9.6 yards per rush and 26.9 yards per reception. […]