The media's predictions have been released. NC State was picked to finish third in its division behind Florida State and Clemson, while Florida State and Virginia Tech are (surprise!) prohibitive favorites within their divisions.
Atlantic Division
1. Florida State (65) ..................420
2. Clemson (4) .......................... 286
3. NC State ................................ 270
4. Boston College (2) ............... 224
5. Maryland .............................. 211
6. Wake Forest .............................80
Coastal Division
1. Virginia Tech (66) ............... 421
2. Miami (4).............. ........... 328
3. North Carolina..................... 287
4. Georgia Tech (1) .................. 226
5. Virginia..................... ... 132
6. Duke.................. ...............96
The media's picks match the pre-season consensus.