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ACC Week 3 Predictions: 7 Games, 1 LOCK & NC State-Vandy

NC State Football hits the road for Vanderbilt as the Wolfpack and Dave Doeren face another early-season test. James Henderson and Jake McSwain are back with their ACC Week 3 betting picks, predictions, and Lock of the Week.
September 17, 2026
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After going 4–3 last week, we break down seven of the most interesting games involving ACC teams.

NC State enters Vanderbilt as a short underdog, and we're taking the points as CJ Bailey gets another opportunity to show why his experience at quarterback can make a difference in a close road game.

We also discuss Miami's trip to Wake Forest. The Hurricanes have looked dominant early, and we believe Miami has legitimate national championship upside — enough for us to lay more than 20 points on the road and make the Hurricanes our Lock of the Week.

Then there's Louisville vs. SMU, which could have massive consequences for the ACC Championship race. SMU enters the matchup 2–0, while Louisville gets the Mustangs at home before traveling to NC State on Oct. 3.

We also discuss UNC-Clemson, Florida State-Alabama, Stanford-Duke and Virginia-West Virginia!

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