The Virtual Tailgate crew is back for Season 15 with a full breakdown of the upcoming ACC football season. They kick things off by looking back at Jarred's infamous "Golden Panther" rant from their very first season before diving into their preseason predictions. The hosts debate their picks for Offensive and Defensive Player of the Year, identify potential Dark Horse teams like Georgia Tech and Duke, and predict which hyped teams, including Miami, are destined to take a step back. After revealing their ACC Championship matchups, the conversation shifts to the most significant "transfer" of the offseason: Bill "Chapel Bill" Belichick's arrival at UNC. The episode concludes with a preview of the Week Zero game between Stanford and Hawaii, as the hosts question whether Stanford is there to play football or just enjoy a vacation.

0:07 Introduction to Season 15

0:30 A Look Back at Season One

2:14 Preseason Picks Begin

7:16 Defensive Player Predictions

10:55 Dark Horse Teams Emergence

11:52 Surprising Teams in 2025

24:00 Teams Expected to Decline

27:01 Championship Game Predictions

37:08 Top Transfers Overview

38:00 Belichick's Impact on UNC

43:17 Week Zero Matchup Preview

47:10 Closing Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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In this episode, the hosts analyze the ACC as the season concludes, handing out awards and discussing coaching changes. They celebrate Clemson’s ACC Championship win, predict bowl matchups, and evaluate teams' strengths for the new 12-team playoff format.

0:29 - Award Show Kickoff

2:13 - Offensive Player of the Year

4:29 - Coach of the Year Announcement

5:49 - Best Clips of the Year

9:16 - Holiday Season Reflections

10:38 - Bill Belichick Rumors

18:57 - ACC Bowl Games Preview

40:45 - SMU @ Penn State

48:02 - Clemson @ Texas

54:14 - Conclusion and Sign-Off

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2:10 - Thanksgiving Rice Balls Debate

2:17 - End of Season Game Balls

6:31 - Jarred's Holiday Power Ranking PSA

13:01 - Judge Jarred's Courtroom

27:37 - Looking Ahead to Championship Games

37:46 - ACC's Future and National Title Aspirations

44:54 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Virtual Tailgate, we reflect on Thanksgiving, diving into the culinary quirks surrounding Italian rice balls and contrasting traditional Sicilian recipes with less-than-stellar family versions. This lighthearted rant leads us into a spirited conversation about standout performances in college football, where we highlight players like Louisville's Isaac Brown and Virginia Tech's Pop Watson.

As the season closes, we analyze shifting power rankings, focusing on Syracuse's comeback and the challenges facing teams like Miami. Adding humor to the mix, we discuss holiday party strategies, emphasizing the use of store-bought dips.

We also engage in a courtroom-style debate over the future of various ACC head coaches, mixing serious insights with entertaining banter. The episode wraps up with predictions for the upcoming ACC Championship game between SMU and Clemson, showcasing our passion for college football and the vibrant discussions that define our podcast.

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In this episode of Season 14 of the Virtual Tailgate, we dive into the latest in ACC college football. We analyze standout performances from players like Jay Haynes, Fernando Mendoza, and Eli Pankal, then shift to power rankings.

We preview key matchups, including the rivalry between Clemson and South Carolina, and discuss the Miami Hurricanes' critical game against Syracuse, debating team strengths and making bold predictions. The episode concludes with quick-fire bets, building excitement for the upcoming games in the ACC season finale.

0:00 - Intro

0:49 - Players of the Week

3:54 - Power Rankings

17:40 - Clemson vs. South Carolina Preview

18:15 - Miami vs. Syracuse Showdown

30:10 - Quick-Fire Bets

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In this episode of Season 14 of the Virtual Tailgate, we immerse ourselves in the world of the Atlantic Coast Conference. We award Game Balls to standout players like Emmett Mosley from Stanford, highlighting his impressive week. The conversation shifts to power rankings. As we analyze key upcoming matchups, including the Stanford vs. Cal rivalry, the debate intensifies over teams' abilities and strategies. The episode concludes with quickfire bets and predictions.

Chapters

0:08 - Introduction to Virtual Tailgate

1:30 - Game Balls for Players of the Week

5:26 - Power Rankings Update

10:39 - Stanford vs. Cal Preview

13:39 - Hokies Season Prospects

22:20 - Quickfire Bets Roundup

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In this episode of the Virtual Tailgate, we analyze the latest from the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). We spotlight standout players, including Virginia's Jonas Sanker and Cal’s Ryan Cole. The power rankings get a shake up, and we highlight the upcoming Clemson vs. Pittsburgh game. Given the lack of compelling games this week, we delve into bowl eligibility for teams on the edge. We wrap up with quick fire bets.

Chapters:

00:00:00 Season 14 - Week 11: The Edge of Bowling

00:01:02 Players of the Week

00:06:09 Power Rankings

00:09:41 Game of the Week Preview

00:17:08 Bowel Eligibility Discussion

00:32:44 Quick-Fire Bets

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In this episode of Virtual Tailgate, we explore the latest in the ACC. We highlight standout performances from Brashad Smith and O'Marion Hampton, analyze shifting power rankings with Miami finally on top, and discuss key matchups. The episode wraps up with rapid-fire bets.

0:00 - Welcome to the Virtual Tailgate

2:04 - Standout Players of the Week

5:02 - PSA: Holiday Stress Relief

7:55 - ACC Power Rankings Update

9:24 - World News and ACC Insights

12:24 - Upcoming ACC Matchups

17:21 - Miami's Championship Hopes

27:51 - Clemson vs. Virginia Tech Preview

35:08 - Quick Fire Bets & Closing

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We highlight the "Walking Taller, Feeling Taller Players of the Week," led by Geoff's focus on Mike Norvell's situation at Florida State and the implications of coaching changes. The conversation includes standout performances like Fernando Mendoza's dual-threat capabilities and Kaimon Rucker's defensive excellence for North Carolina.

We discuss current power rankings that haven't moved much. Predictions for upcoming matchups, including Duke vs. Miami and Virginia Tech vs. Syracuse, add a competitive edge to our analysis. We wrap up with quickfire bets, debating which teams will cover the spread in upcoming games. Join us!

2:57 - Player of the Week Awards

7:14 - Halloween Safety Announcement

9:05 - Power Rankings Breakdown

12:08 - Duke vs. Miami Preview

22:37 - Hokies vs. Syracuse Preview

32:46 - Clemson vs. Louisville Showdown

35:02 - Pitt vs. SMU Clash

41:42 - Quick Fire Bets

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