ACC Power Rankings After Week 0: Georgia Tech Soars While FSU, SMU Tumble

Georgia Tech Stuns with Impeccable Performance

Georgia Tech kicked off the season with a resounding 35-14 victory over Northern Illinois, securing the top spot in this week's ACC power rankings.

Quarterback Jeff Sims led a remarkable offensive display, throwing for 207 yards and two touchdowns while rushing for 95 yards and another touchdown.

The Yellow Jackets' defense also impressed, holding Northern Illinois to just 124 total yards and forcing three turnovers.

Florida State and SMU, both expected to contend in the ACC this season, suffered disappointing losses in Week 0.

FSU fell 24-23 to Duquesne in one of the biggest upsets of the weekend, while SMU lost 45-38 to Lamar.

These losses raise questions about the depth and talent of both teams, and they will need to rebound quickly in Week 1.

Here's how the rest of the ACC power rankings shake out after Week 0:

Week 1 of the ACC season promises more exciting matchups, including Georgia Tech hosting Western Carolina and Clemson traveling to Georgia.

These games will provide more clarity on which teams are contenders and pretenders in this year's ACC race.