Teams

Tennessee Vols Rocky Top, Neyland on a Saturday night, and a fan base that never lowers its expectations. Nashville Predators Smashville, the Cup that got away, and the goaltending debate that never ends. Pittsburgh Steelers Six rings, one standard, and a defense that still sets the tone. Pitt Panthers The Panthers on the field and on the court, plus the Brawl from the other side. Philadelphia Eagles The Birds, the Linc, and a fan base that grades every snap in real time. Georgia Bulldogs Athens, the Dawgs, and the standard Kirby Smart set for everyone else. Virginia Tech Hokies Enter Sandman, Lane Stadium, and the rebuild in Blacksburg. Virginia Cavaliers The Hoos on the hardwood and the field, and the ACC that keeps changing under them. Old Dominion Monarchs The Monarchs in Norfolk, the Sun Belt grind, and the upsets nobody saw coming. Washington Commanders A new era in Washington, the young quarterback, and the questions that come with both. West Virginia Mountaineers Morgantown, the Backyard Brawl, and a program that plays angrier than its ranking. Atlanta Braves The Braves, Truist Park, and a lineup that should be in the mix every October. Liberty Flames Lynchburg’s program on the rise, from Williams Stadium to the bowl picture. Tennessee Titans Two-tone blue, the running game, and the long wait for a quarterback who sticks.