ACC Predictions: CFP Contenders | Title Game Matchup

See Ball Get Ball with David Pollack
Host: David Pollack
Guest: Brent Rollins
Release Date: July 8, 2025

In this engaging episode of See Ball Get Ball, David Pollack joins forces with Brent Rollins to delve deep into the upcoming college football season, focusing primarily on the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). The duo offers insightful analysis, predictions, and discusses key players and coaching strategies that could shape the landscape of college football in 2025.

1. Off-Season Activities and Team Preparations

The episode kicks off with a brief discussion about their off-season activities. David shares his rigorous training regimen, emphasizing his preference for maintaining his workout routine at home to avoid disruptions to his diet and training consistency.

David Pollack (00:00): "But it's going to be a long time because football is ever approaching and there's going to be so much goodness to talk about."

Brent complements David’s dedication, highlighting the intensity of their training sessions.

Brent Rollins (02:06): "The farmer's carries, by the way to the beach are probably insane. Carrying the coolers. Those are probably tough."

2. ACC Dominance: Clemson as the Clear Favorite

A significant portion of the discussion centers around Clemson's dominance in the ACC over the past decade. Both hosts agree that Clemson is the standout team, making it nearly impossible to overlook their prowess.

David Pollack (07:07): "I can guarantee you Brent's going to pick Clemson. I'm going to pick Clemson. If you don't, you're probably crazy."

Brent humorously validates this consensus, reinforcing Clemson's consistent performance.

Brent Rollins (07:31): "Yep, all in Clemson's conference."

David elaborates on Clemson's impressive track record, noting their victories over various teams in the ACC and attributing their success to their depth and talent.

David Pollack (09:10): "...in 20 they beat Notre Dame for the COVID year, you know, which was weird."

3. Leap Teams: Florida State and Georgia Tech

Turning attention to teams poised to make significant strides, David and Brent discuss Florida State's potential resurgence under new coaching staff and Georgia Tech's promising prospects with Haynes King at quarterback.

David Pollack (11:11): "I think Florida State's not going to be, they're not going to be one in seven. ... So he wants to go play football and not serve a suspension."

Brent Rollins (13:34): "Georgia Tech, yeah."

David praises Georgia Tech's quarterback, Haynes King, highlighting his ability to make impactful plays despite not being initially projected as elite.

David Pollack (13:49): "He doesn't throw it elite. He doesn't run it elite. ... he finds a way to break a tackle and get 20 yards."

4. Transfer of the Year Candidates

The conversation shifts to the transfer portal, with both hosts identifying standout transfers who could significantly impact their new teams.

David Pollack (29:50): "I think Beck's going to kill it. But if you're watching college football and if you've watched Louisville and if you've watched Jeff Braum, he's a fricking superstar."

Brent adds his perspective, emphasizing the potential of Jeff Braum and Miller Moss to elevate their respective teams.

Brent Rollins (30:59): "I think that, I just think that Louisville is going to be a team that I just, I trust them."

5. Coach of the Year Predictions

Predicting the next Coach of the Year, David and Brent reflect on past winners and current coaching dynamics within the ACC.

David Pollack (32:06): "And by the way, picking an ACC coach of the year is another thing that's fun because if you look at."

Brent Rollins (33:41): "That was the name that I have circled ... coach Brent Key from Georgia Tech."

Brent identifies Brent Key from Georgia Tech as a strong contender, citing his strategic leadership and the team's potential performance.

6. College Football Playoff Projections

Clemson emerges as the unanimous choice for the ACC representative in the College Football Playoff, with both hosts firmly backing their championship aspirations.

David Pollack (37:21): "I just can't see anything that would take them out of it."

Brent Rollins (37:44): "They're the only one."

They discuss Clemson's favorable schedule and depth, reinforcing why Clemson is the sole ACC contender they believe can secure a playoff spot.

7. Potential Challenges and Alternate Scenarios

While Clemson is the frontrunner, David and Brent also explore scenarios where Clemson might falter, such as key player injuries, but ultimately remain optimistic about their dominance.

David Pollack (39:39): "I just. And corner with Terrell. ... I just can't see anything that would take them out of it."

8. Future Episodes and SEC Coverage

Wrapping up the episode, David and Brent hint at upcoming discussions on the Southeastern Conference (SEC), promising deeper dives into its teams and strategies.

Brent Rollins (42:44): "Wednesday we're going to talk to coach Hugh Freeze and talk about his squad."

Key Takeaways

• Clemson's Unmatched Dominance: With a decade-long streak, Clemson remains the powerhouse of the ACC, poised to continue their legacy.

• Rising Stars: Florida State and Georgia Tech are identified as teams making significant improvements, potentially altering the ACC's competitive balance.

• Impact of Transfers: Strategic player transfers like Carson Beck to Miami and Jeff Braum to Louisville could redefine team dynamics.

• Coaching Excellence: Brent Key of Georgia Tech is spotlighted as a leading candidate for Coach of the Year, reflecting his team's upward trajectory.

• Playoff Predictions: Clemson stands as the clear ACC representative for the College Football Playoff, with little competition within the conference.

Connect with David Pollack:

• YouTube: David Pollack CFB
• Podcast: The Family Goals Podcast
• Website: davidpollack.com
• X (Twitter): @davidpollack47
• Instagram: @davidpollack47
• TikTok: @dpollack47

Stay tuned for more in-depth college football analysis and predictions in future episodes of See Ball Get Ball.