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Atlantic and Coastal is The Athletic’s new weekly ACC podcast hosted by Andy Bitter. Every week we’ll discuss what you need to know about the ACC and hopefully entertain you in the process. Andy will be joined by a rotating cast of contributors including Matt Fortuna, Manny Navarro, Grace Raynor, Brendan Marks
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Pitt wears the ACC crown, Miami hires Cristobal&bowl season from 2021-12-09T17:04:51
Andy Bitter is joined by Miami writer Manny Navarro to talk about Pitt claiming its first ACC championship in football by beating Wake. Then they spend a lot of time talking about the Hurricanes, w...
ListenACC Championship preview + VT hires PSU DC Brent Pry as new HC from 2021-12-02T12:58:17
Andy Bitter is joined by Roddy Jones of ESPN/The ACC Network to break down an ACC title game between Wake Forest and Pitt that might not feature the biggest names but sure could be a lot of fun. Th...
ListenACC Atlantic comes down to the final week of the season from 2021-11-23T18:41:18
Andy Bitter is joined by Clemson writer Grace Raynor as the Atlantic Division comes down to the final weekend, with Wake Forest, NC State and Clemson all still alive. We untangle that knot, talk ab...
ListenVirginia Tech and Justin Fuente part ways from 2021-11-18T15:04
Justin Fuente is out at Virginia Tech. Andy Bitter is joined by David Teel of the Richmond Times-Dispatch to talk all about the fallout in Blacksburg: what went wrong, what issues do the Hokies hav...
ListenWake Forest finally falls&the ACC's playoff hopes are dead from 2021-11-11T17:38:02
Andy Bitter is joined by Matt Fortuna of The Athletic to pour some out for the ACC's chances in the College Football Playoff. They talk about UNC's wild, high-scoring win against Wake Forest and if...
ListenCoastal chaos is back from 2021-11-04T12:33:51
Andy Bitter is joined by The Athletic's Brendan Marks to talk about the first College Football Playoff rankings and Wake Forest's place in it as the top-ranked ACC team at No. 9. They talk about Wa...
ListenPitt slays the dragon, Miami gets a win&Wake's offensive masterpiece from 2021-10-28T12:41:07
Andy Bitter is joined by Eric Mac Lain of the ACC Network and ESPN to talk about the latest in the ACC, including Pitt slaying the Clemson dragon, what's behind the Tigers' offensive struggles, Mia...
ListenACC hot seat + week 8 matchups from 2021-10-19T21:25:45
Andy Bitter is joined by Manny Navarro to talk about two teams -- Pitt and NC State -- who look like they're for real after last weekend's lopsided wins. They hit on the hot seat at their respectiv...
ListenAll ACC week 7 slate from 2021-10-13T22:24:42
Andy Bitter is joined by ESPN.com's David Hale this week, with Hale getting to cash in all that Kenny Pickett stock he's been sitting on for years. We talk about if we're believers in Pitt, if Virg...
ListenHow to bet on the ACC week 6 slate from 2021-10-06T18:51:38
Andy Bitter is reunited with old friend Aaron McFarling of the Roanoke Times to talk about not only the state of the ACC but also sports gambling and how novice wagerers can be profitable and have ...
ListenACC title officially up for grabs from 2021-09-29T21:40:05
Andy Bitter is joined by ACC Network analyst Roddy Jones to talk about the topsy-turvy ACC., where the Atlantic Division at last looks up for grabs. We hit on NC State's upset win against Clemson, ...
ListenStaggering Clemson statistics. Is anyone in the ACC good? from 2021-09-23T14:10:59
Andy Bitter is joined by Clemson beat writer Grace Raynor to discuss the Tigers shocking offensive statistics. Will the offense improve? Clemson travels to NC State this weekend. Andy asks the ques...
ListenAround the ACC with David Teel from 2021-09-15T20:14:40
Andy Bitter and David Teel discuss all things ACC. The league has been hit by some injuries that will impact the remainder of the season. The guys recap some week 2 matchups including Florida State...
ListenA bounceback week for the ACC? from 2021-09-09T15:46:34
The Athletic's Andy Bitter is joined by Matt Fortuna to discuss whether the ACC can bounce back after a rough week 1. Clemson, Florida State&Miami lost against three of the country's best teams. Ca...
ListenClemson, Miami, FSU&Louisville carry ACC flag into week 1 matchups from 2021-08-31T17:10:34
Andy Bitter and Brendan Marks discuss the ACC week 1 slate which includes four of the biggest non-conference games in college football: Clemson vs. Georgia, Miami vs. Alabama&Florida State vs. Notr...
ListenCoastal Chaos from 2021-08-26T14:04:05
Andy Bitter and Manny Navarro preview the always chaotic ACC Coastal division. Are the guys buying the Tar Heels? D'Eriq King's health is the key to a successful Miami season. Can Justin Fuente kee...
ListenACC, Big Ten&Pac-12 alliance? Atlantic division preview from 2021-08-19T16:37:30
Andy Bitter is joined by Clemson beat writer Grace Raynor to talk about the Tigers on their quest for a seventh straight ACC championship. They also preview the Atlantic Division, on if NC State ca...
ListenThe legacy of Bobby Bowden + ACC football preview from 2021-08-12T20:15:36
Andy Bitter is joined by ESPN.com's Andrea Adelson to talk about the life of legendary Florida State coach Bobby Bowden, who not only built a dynasty with the Seminoles but was one of college footb...
ListenHow does realignment impact the ACC? from 2021-08-03T20:09:44
Andy Bitter is joined by Matt Fortuna to talk about the ACC’s standing as realignment comes back on everyone’s radar now that Texas and Oklahoma are SEC-bound. What kind of footing is the ACC on th...
ListenACC Basketball season recap from 2021-03-31T14:51
The Athletic's Andy Bitter and Brendan Marks put a stamp on the 2020-21 ACC Basketball season. Duke and UNC's struggles. Syracuse's tournament run. Was FSU a disappointment? Plus, the guys take a l...
ListenSyracuse&FSU advance to Sweet 16 from 2021-03-23T17:48:25
Andy Bitter&Brendan Marks share their thoughts on the 1st weekend of the NCAA Tournament. #11 seed Syracuse impressed and is now in the Sweet 16. Buddy Boeheim is a bucket! He's average 27 points o...
ListenThe ACC in the context of the NCAA Tournament from 2021-03-15T14:00
The Athletic's Andy Bitter and Brendan Marks recap Georgia Tech's winning run in the ACC Tournament, and how the conference programs stack up in the NCAA Tournament. Learn more about your ad choice...
ListenACC Tournament Preview from 2021-03-08T16:17
The Athletic's Andy Bitter and Brendan Marks dive into the All-ACC team selections. Were there any snubs? Plus, an in-depth analysis of the ACC Tournament. Who are the favorites? Will there be a su...
ListenMarching On from 2021-03-01T16:24
As we enter the month of March, Andy and Brendan are joined by The Athletic's Brian Hamilton to figure out which ACC programs will make the NCAA tournament. Are UNC and Duke in or out? Clemson as a...
ListenAround the ACC with Dana O'Neil from 2021-02-22T16:00
Andy Bitter and Brendan Marks are joined by The Athletic's Dana O'Neil to recap a wild week in the ACC, and preview key storylines. Takeaways from Duke's win against UVA. UNC is gaining momentum. I...
ListenHow many ACC teams will make the NCAA Tournament? from 2021-02-15T16:14
Andy and Brendan are joined by The Athletic's Eamonn Brennan to discuss the ACC and their postseason potential. How many programs will make the NCAA Tournament? Sweet 16? Is UNC a bubble team? Lear...
ListenWhy each ACC fan base should care from 2021-02-08T16:02
The Athletic's Andy Bitter and Brendan Marks recap the unusual Duke-UNC game from the weekend, plus run through the ACC programs and why their fan bases should care about the 2021 season. Learn mor...
ListenIs Duke back? from 2021-02-01T15:35
Andy Bitter and Brendan Marks recap Virginia Tech's big win against UVA. Can the Hokies build off of the win? Duke seems to have fixed their issues -- are they 'back'? Plus, a look into wha the ACC...
ListenWeekend Recap with Matthew Gutierrez from 2021-01-25T15:50
Andy and Brendan are joined by The Athletic's Matthew Gutierrez as they go around the ACC and recap the week that was. Will Duke make the NCAA Tournament? Who are the top 5 teams in the conference?...
ListenVirginia leaves no doubt against Clemson from 2021-01-18T15:12
The Athletic's Andy Bitter and Brendan Marks recap the weekend that was in the ACC, including Virginia's blowout win against Clemson, the Seminoles taking down the Tar Heels, and Pitt dominating Sy...
ListenACC Basketball quarter pole assessments from 2021-01-14T16:18
The Athletic's Andy Bitter and Brendan Marks shift their focus from football to basketball, and assess the ACC standings. Can Louisville continue their surprising season and stay atop the conferenc...
ListenThe ACC football season is over&hoops takes center stage from 2021-01-06T17:25
The Athletic's Andy Bitter&Brendan Marks put a bow on the 2020 ACC football season. Clemson falls in the CFB Playoff semi-final&the conference finishes an abysmal 0-6 in bowl games. Miami QB D'Eriq...
ListenClemson/Ohio State preview&ACC season recap with David Teel from 2020-12-29T18:46:25
The Athletic's Andy Bitter welcomes the Richmond Times-Dispatch's David Teel to the show! There is no love lost between Clemson&Ohio State. This game has potential to be one of the best of the seas...
ListenClemson wins another title. ACC Bowl preview! from 2020-12-22T17:46:49
The Athletic's Andy Bitter and Grace Raynor discuss Clemson's ACC title. Will Trevor Lawrence win the Heisman trophy? A Sugar Bowl preview. Dabo Swinney ranks Ohio State #11 in the Coaches Poll. Sh...
ListenACC Championship weekend from 2020-12-17T23:46:39
The Athletic's Andy Bitter&Nicole Auerbach preview Notre Dame vs. Clemson part II. The Tigers are a 10.5 point favorite even though they lost to The Fighting Irish last month in South Bend. Does Tr...
ListenGrace Raynor talks Clemson. Could Tony Elliott replace Justin Fuente? from 2020-12-09T22:04:10
The Athletic's Andy Bitter tells the SEC to get off its high horse after Greg Sankey took a shot at the ACC for canceling Notre Dame&Clemson's games this weekend. Grace Raynor joins Andy to recap l...
ListenClark Lea to Vandy&Fuente out at VT? ACC weekend preview from 2020-12-01T23:03:12
Notre Dame's defense has been great this year under the tutelage of ND defensive coordinator Clark Lea. WIll he be the next head coach at Vanderbilt? The Fighting Irish are 9-0 and headed to the AC...
ListenUNC vs. Notre Dame, CFP rankings released&ACC hoops preview from 2020-11-25T17:10:40
The 1st CFP rankings of the season have been unveiled. The Athletic's Brendan Marks joins Andy Bitter to discuss whether UNC is a live home dog vs. Notre Dame on Friday in Chapel Hill. Can QB Sam H...
ListenWill the ACC have 2 CFB playoff teams? Andrea Adelson joins the show! from 2020-11-19T11:00
The Athletic's Andy Bitter welcomes ESPN's Andrea Adelson to the show! The ACC schedule is changing by the minute&we share the latest news. Get ready for a messy finish to the 2020 season. Will Cle...
ListenWeekend preview with Matt Fortuna from 2020-11-12T20:30:25
The Athletic's Andy Bitter&Matt Fortuna talk all things ACC. Clemson @ Notre Dame was an instant classic. Liberty beats Virginia Tech with a last second field goal. Does Miami have a path to the AC...
ListenClemson @ Notre Dame headlines ACC weekend slate from 2020-11-05T11:00
The Athletic's Andy Bitter&Grace Raynor go inside the biggest matchup of the weekend. Can Clemson go into South Bend with true freshman QB DJ Uiagalelei and beat the #4 Fighting Irish? Plus, Andy t...
ListenACC football mailbag from 2020-10-28T18:40:51
The Athletic's Andy Bitter dives into the first edition of The Athletic ACC mailbag. Besides Clemson, which team has the best chance to run the table?Is Notre Dame for-real this year? Are any co...
ListenIs any ACC team not named Clemson for real? from 2020-10-20T18:48:04
Andy Bitter is joined by The Athletic's Matt Fortuna to dish on the latest news in the ACC. North Carolina loses to Florida State the week it gets ranked in the top 5. Miami bounces back vs. Pitt. ...
ListenACC tiers with David Hale from 2020-10-14T17:06:43
The Athletic's Andy Bitter&ESPN's David Hale go program-by-program in the ACC to see where they fall in the conference pecking order. Who is the MVP on Clemson, Trevor Lawrence or Travis Etienne? I...
ListenACC Main Event: Miami @ Clemson + UNC/VT from 2020-10-08T01:36
The Athletic's Andy Bitter&Grace Raynor discuss the biggest game in college football this weekend; Miami @ Clemson. Can the 'Canes pull the upset in Death Valley or will the Tigers continue their A...
ListenACCN's Katie George joins the show! FSU hits rock bottom&Pitt starts 3-0 from 2020-09-30T16:38:20
Florida State hits rock bottom&suffers its worst loss since 1976. ACC Network's Katie George joins The Athletic's Andy Bitter to discuss Virginia Tech's win vs. NC State last weekend. She shares he...
ListenSpecial Guest: David Teel talks all things ACC from 2020-09-23T19:17:57
The Athletic's Andy Bitter is joined by 13x Virginia sportswriter of the year David Teel to discuss all things ACC. Virginia Tech&Virginia are hoping to play their first games of the season on Satu...
ListenGameDay at Louisville vs. Miami, Georgia Tech shocks FSU Clemson starts another title run from 2020-09-15T21:14:11
Andy Bitter reacts to Week 1 of the ACC season with The Athletic's Grace Raynor&Daniel Shirley. #1 Clemson looks as advertised. Georgia Tech has a chance to start 2-0 is on the brink of becoming a ...
ListenA Historic ACC Season from 2020-09-10T06:00:02
The Athletic's Andy Bitter is joined by Matt Fortuna to preview what will be a historic season in the ACC. The 10+1 schedule model due to coronavirus kicks off tonight with Miami vs. UAB. The Athle...
ListenTrailer: Welcome to Atlantic&Coastal from 2020-09-10T05:00:07
The Athletic's new weekly podcast on ACC football&basketball hosted by Andy Bitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenClemson: State of the Program from 2020-05-04T21:17:58
Nicole and Grace review the state of the program, and where the Tigers stand among college football's elite. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also, subscribe...
ListenProtect The Rock News Update: Korey Foreman Decommits from 2020-04-21T21:08:21
Grace gives all the information you need to know about the number 1 prospect in the country, Korey Foreman, decommitting from Clemson. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receiv...
ListenDabo Speaks from 2020-04-03T21:05:26
Nicole and Grace react to Dabo Swinney's comments on the coronavirus outbreak, and the future of the 2020 college football season. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40...
ListenClemson To Texans Pipeline from 2020-03-18T17:08:34
Nicole and Grace are joined by The Athletic's Aaron Reiss to talk about the DeAndre Hopkins trade, Deshaun Watson, and Clemson's pipeline to the Texans. Subscribe to The Athletic using this specia...
ListenThe 'March' To Spring Practice from 2020-03-06T16:33:49
Nicole and Grace look back at Travis Etienne's decision to stay in school, how to replace Isaiah Simmons, and The Athletic's top 25 coach rankings. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special pro...
ListenCoach Contracts from 2020-02-06T17:27:16
Nicole and Grace discuss the new contracts of Clemson coaches, Dabo's reaction to Etienne's decision, plus a look into recruiting. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40...
ListenDepth Chart Decisions from 2020-01-30T21:51:20
Nicole and Grace look ahead towards the 2020 offensive and defensive depth chart projections. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also, subscribers will have ac...
ListenTravis Etienne Is Returning from 2020-01-20T16:06:46
Grace and Mike react to the news of Travis Etienne returning to Clemson for his senior season. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also, subscribers will have a...
ListenFalling Short from 2020-01-14T18:21:23
Nicole and Grace react to Clemson's loss to LSU in the National Championship. What does the loss mean for the Tigers going forward? Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 4...
ListenProtect The Rock LIVE from 2020-01-11T22:54:58
Nicole and Grace join The Athletic's Andy Staples at the House of Blues in New Orleans to preview the National Championship game against LSU. Special guest CJ Spiller joins to tell stories about Da...
ListenNational Championship Preview from 2020-01-09T16:05:05
Nicole and Grace are joined by The Athletic's Brody Miller to preview the National Championship Game between LSU and Clemson. The Audible with Bruce&Stew and the Andy Staples Show LIVE from New Or...
ListenA Clemson Classic from 2019-12-30T16:52:41
Nicole and Grace react to the EPIC Fiesta Bowl win against Ohio State. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also, subscribers will have access to exclusive episo...
ListenFiesta Bowl Preview from 2019-12-23T11:00:02
Nicole and Grace are joined by The Athletic's Ari Wasserman to preview Clemson's semifinal matchup against Ohio State. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also,...
ListenClemson Signing Day Preview from 2019-12-16T11:00:03
Nicole and Grace cover Clemson's beginning to bowl prep, and touch on some recruiting notes. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also, subscribers will have acc...
ListenFiesta Bowl Bound from 2019-12-09T11:00:02
Nicole and Grace react to the final College Football Playoff rankings. How does Clemson fare against Ohio State in the semi-final? Are the Tigers the most feared semi-finalist? Subscribe to The At...
ListenLittle Old Clemson? from 2019-12-02T20:28:44
Nicole and Grace react to Dabo Swinney's comments, touch on their ACC competition and All-ACC voting. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also, subscribers will...
ListenThe 2010s: The All-Decade Tigers Lineup from 2019-11-26T11:00:20
Nicole and Grace take a look back at the decade of Clemson football. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also, subscribers will have access to exclusive episode...
ListenTigers&Turkey from 2019-11-25T11:00:19
Nicole and Grace remind fans that Clemson is still REALLY good. Can the Tigers jump up in the CFP rankings? Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also, subscriber...
ListenEyes On The Prize from 2019-11-18T11:00:01
Nicole and Grace discuss what really matters to Clemson at this stage of the season. Should Dabo rest Trevor Lawrence? Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also,...
ListenIn The Trenches with Eric Mac Lain from 2019-11-11T11:00:12
Former Clemson offensive lineman Eric Mac Lain joins Protect The Rock to talk about how the Tigers compare to the other elite teams in the country, Dabo Swinney and the selection committee. Subscr...
ListenCoach Calling from 2019-11-04T19:48:08
Nicole and Grace discuss how the firing of Willie Taggart at FSU could impact Clemson and its coaching staff. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also, subscrib...
ListenApple Bottom Jeans from 2019-10-28T10:00:23
Nicole and Grace discuss the Tigers' easy win over Boston College, and where they currently stand among the nation's elite teams. Dabo Swinney with a post-game singing tribute. Subscribe to The At...
ListenPoll Position from 2019-10-21T10:00:04
Nicole and Grace discussing Clemson falling in the polls, even while winning. Does Travis Etienne need more touches? Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo and receive 40% off! Also, s...
ListenHashtag College Kickers from 2019-10-14T10:00:10
Nicole and Grace are back to talk about Clemson's easy victory at home against Florida State. Trevor Lawrence looks to be healthy, but Tee Higgins may be banged up. Subscribe to The Athletic using...
ListenPlayoff Picture&Peanut Butter from 2019-10-07T10:00:09
Nicole and Grace recap the weekend that was and how Clemson stands in the current College Football Playoff picture. They answer food questions and debate smoothies and candy corn. Subscribe to The...
ListenWake Up Call from 2019-09-30T19:55:49
Clemson BARELY squeaks by North Carolina 21-20. Nicole and Grace discuss some Tigers struggles and what needs to be fixed. Were there any positives from the game? Subscribe to The Athletic using t...
ListenOrange Crushed from 2019-09-16T10:00:22
It was a 41-6 victory for the Tigers in Syracuse. Grace and Nicole breakdown what went well for Clemson… and what could use some improvements. Is Trevor Lawrence having a sophomore slump? Subscrib...
ListenNever In Doubt from 2019-09-09T10:00:10
It was a hot Saturday in Death Valley! Nicole and Grace recap the Tigers’ 24-10 win over Texas A&M. A big game from Travis Etienne. Is Trevor Lawrence getting away with mistakes? Subscribe to The ...
ListenBusiness As Usual from 2019-09-02T12:25:32
Grace and Nicole take a look at Clemson’s season opening win against Georgia Tech. How did Trevor Lawrence perform? Is there any reason for concern? They go around the ACC and gauge Clemson’s confe...
ListenDefending The Title from 2019-08-27T03:35:48
Nicole Auerbach and Grace Raynor preview another hopeful season for the Clemson Tigers. They discuss expectations, returning starters, replacing the defensive line, and of course, Trevor Lawrence. ...
ListenProtect The Rock Trailer from 2019-08-22T20:46:51
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