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With super sophomore James Davis and sensational freshman C.J. Spiller in front of him, Clemson running back Reggie Merriweather is the forgotten man. But Clemson coach Tommy Bowden said his team had injury problems at running back last year, so he's happy to have three talented players at that position. "Three's not too many, I know that much," Bowden told ACC Nation in an interview this week.

Florida State is not dwelling on the loss of receivers Fred Rouse and Kenny O'Neal. Meanwhile, Bobby Bowden comments on his team's first scrimmage.

Miami cornerback hopes to put injuries behind him as he gets ready for the season.

Friend of the Nation Jeff White gives an update on Deyon Williams and the battle for starting center, among other items, in his latest edition of UVa. notes. Jeff, along with Mike Harris, also offers some ACC notes.

Georgia Tech's Philip Wheeler may not get the attention he deserves, but, according to the AJC's Mike Knobler, Wheeler is just as talented on the defensive side of the ball as Calvin Johnson is on the offensive side.

A former NC State swimmer gets a big payday.

Meanwhile, another former Wolfpack athlete is in more trouble. Koren Robinson was charged with drunken driving and fleeing police officers, and his future with the Minnesota Vikings is in doubt.

And Virginia Tech basketball gets another commitment.

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