Florida State has the best record in the ACC but can't afford a slip-up if it wants to have any chance at a conference title.
Duke leads the Coastal Division and is in control of its own destiny in an unlikely bid for a spot in the ACC championship game.
If it weren't for a history of Florida State dominance in the series, this would certainly have the status as one of the conference's marquee games of the season. Even with FSU installed as a heavy favorite, there are still plenty of interesting storylines to follow.
Duke leads the Coastal Division and is in control of its own destiny in an unlikely bid for a spot in the ACC championship game.
If it weren't for a history of Florida State dominance in the series, this would certainly have the status as one of the conference's marquee games of the season. Even with FSU installed as a heavy favorite, there are still plenty of interesting storylines to follow.
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