In a stunning declaration at today’s ACC Media Kickoff, a rival head coach has unequivocally crowned Clemson as the undisputed "STANDARD" of Atlantic Coast Conference football and boldly picked them as the No.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning isn’t afraid to learn from others — including those he once considered rivals. During Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas, Lanning revealed he reached out to Clemson’s Dabo Swinney this offseason, looking for perspective as the Ducks aim to build on their fast start in the Big Ten.

Bill Belichick was nothing but complimentary Thursday of Dabo Swinney during his time at the podium for ACC Kickoff. “Yeah, we’re all learning from Dabo,” the North Carolina coach said. Belichick, the former New England Patriots coach was asked about his relationship with the Clemson head coach.

The North Carolina Tar Heels made a splash this offseason, landing legendary head coach Bill Belichick. It’s his first opportunity to coach in college, but despite that fact, he’s already developed a strong relationship with Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney.