In this episode of Bleav in UNC, the guys digs deep into NC State Wolfpack football. The crew kicks things off with some life updates before getting into the meat of the conversation: head coach Dave Doeren's impressive run of 11 winning seasons in 14 years and what that level of consistency really means for the program.

From there, the guys break down NC State's 2025 schedule game by game, debating which matchups have the most impact on the season. One game keeps coming up as the pivotal moment — Florida State. The crew discusses why that late-season matchup has historically been the thing standing between NC State and a ten-win season, and whether this is finally the year Doeren gets over the hump. When it comes to the win total over/under, Block and JD land on nine wins while Ronnie takes eight — but all three go over.

The conversation gets especially interesting when the guys tackle fan expectations in the Triangle. Is Doeren on the hot seat after 14 years? Should NC State fans be satisfied with consistent eight-to-nine win seasons in the modern NIL era? It's a candid, entertaining debate that any ACC football fan will appreciate.

The episode wraps with a preview of next week's show, where the crew shifts from the Triangle to the Triad to break down the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, who are coming off a nine-win season of their own.

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In this episode of Bleav in the ACC, the guys dive into Clemson football and the current state of the program under Dabo Swinney. From building a national powerhouse to navigating recent struggles, the discussion centers on how Clemson got here—and where it is headed next.

The episode opens with a look at Dabo’s rise and Clemson’s dominance over the past decade, followed by an honest conversation about what has changed in recent years. The crew breaks down the impact of coaching turnover, recruiting shifts, and Clemson’s delayed embrace of the transfer portal. They also discuss the team’s major roster turnover, including multiple NFL Draft departures, and what that means for 2026.

On offense, the focus turns to new coordinator Chad Morris, the quarterback battle led by Christopher Vizzina, and whether Clemson can regain its explosive identity. Defensively, the group examines heavy losses across the unit and whether portal additions can stabilize the roster.

The conversation also explores broader themes around Dabo’s philosophy, NIL, tampering concerns, and whether Clemson can still compete at the highest level. The guys close by breaking down Clemson’s schedule, key matchups—including the season opener against LSU Tigers football—and projecting where the Tigers land this season.

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Carolina’s Own returns with a full breakdown of the 2026 NFL Draft, focusing on what it revealed about the ACC. The crew opens with reactions to the draft atmosphere in Pittsburgh and transitions into a deep dive on the conference’s 38 selections, highlighting key names like Reuben Bain Jr. and discussing whether draft positioning truly reflects player value or team need.

The conversation shifts into positional value and roster construction, emphasizing the importance of trench players and how offensive and defensive line talent continues to drive first-round decisions. From there, the group examines the growing perception of the ACC as a “feeder conference,” unpacking why skill players are leaving for the SEC and Big Ten while linemen tend to stay.

A major portion of the episode centers on NIL and how it is fundamentally reshaping draft decisions. The hosts analyze whether top prospects should stay in school for guaranteed money versus entering the draft, and how NIL is thinning out the back end of the draft pool. They also discuss the risk-reward dynamic players face when transferring to higher-profile programs.

The episode closes with a critical look at ACC programs that had zero players drafted, including North Carolina, Virginia, Syracuse, and Virginia Tech. The group evaluates what that means for recruiting, program perception, and long-term sustainability, with particular focus on UNC’s situation under Bill Belichick.

As always, the show wraps with perspective for both drafted and undrafted players, emphasizing that there are multiple paths to the NFL and success depends on capitalizing on opportunity.

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