No. 15 Georgia Tech goes for ACC title-game shot, SMU tries to stay in hunt as part of ACC slate

Atlanta — Georgia Tech can clinch an ACC championship game berth this upcoming Saturday when it hosts Pittsburgh, while conference matchups will shape standings and bowl eligibility this week. SMU visits Louisville at noon ET, and No. 14 Miami plays at Virginia Tech as the Hurricanes pursue College Football Playoff consideration after losses to Louisville and SMU. Duke quarterback Darian Mensah needs a performance against North Carolina, and N.C. State running backs were held to 12 yards last week versus Miami. The league includes four AP Top 25 teams, including No. 15 Georgia Tech. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.