ACC football power rankings 2026: Who can challenge Miami for top spot after Hurricanes' CFP run?

Posted Feb 8, 2026
12. North Carolina - Though it is Year 2 of the Bill Belichick era, the roster turnover heading into 2026 had the Tar Heels looking a bit more like Year 1 Part II. North Carolina lost approximately 30 players to the transfer portal off last year's team and will be replacing them with a 19-player portal class and 40 true freshmen from the Class of 2026. (CBS Sports)

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