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North Carolina has chosen a quarterback, while Maryland has its starting right tackle for games this weekend.

Miami's Greg Olsen wants his quarterback to know he can be counted on. Miami plays Florida State Monday night and here are a few other notes about that game.

Virginia Tech's Branden Ore is ready to put his past behind him when the season starts Saturday.

The Times-Dispatch has both Virginia and Virginia Tech notes in today's edition. Meanwhile, Bob Lipper writes that Virginia's schedule is its biggest ally this season.

Frank Dascenzo believes North Carolina's defense has to step up if the Tar Heels are to have a successful season.

The Clemson defense should be pretty good this year.

Caulton Tudor of the N&O writes that the rules have changed, yet again, when it comes to the BCS.

And, finally, this story claims Duke is ready to defy expectations. Of course, for many, winning a game would do that.

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