Final 2012 ACC football power rankings

Posted Jan 8, 2013
4. North Carolina (8-4, 5-3) -- There’s no question the Tar Heels were one of the best teams in the Coastal Division in Larry Fedora’s first season, but they were ineligible for a bowl because of NCAA sanctions. Fedora will be challenged to replace standout running back Giovani Bernard, who left early for the NFL draft, and his lead blocker, Jonathan Cooper. (ESPN.com)

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