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FILE - In this March 12, 2020, file photo, fans sit in a mostly empty Greensboro Coliseum after the NCAA college basketball games were cancelled at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament in Greensboro, N.C. Scrubbing last year's March Madness due to coronavirus concerns cost the NCAA some $375 million, and another loss like that would have ripple effects throughout college sports. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome, File)
More than wins, losses at stake as basketball season arrives

By Eddie Pells Nov. 22, 2020 05:41 PM EST

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020 file photo, Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) leaves the field with his teammates after Clemson lost to Notre Dame 47-40 in two overtimes during an NCAA college football game in South Bend, Ind. As virus disruptions mount and the Dec. 19 end of college football's regular season draws closer, the possibility grows that conference championships, major awards and even College Football Playoff participants will be determined by COVID-19. (Matt Cashore/Pool Photo via AP, File)
No. 4 Clemson at Florida State postponed hours before start

By Pete Iacobelli Nov. 21, 2020 09:43 AM EST

North Carolina players enter Kenan Stadium for an NCAA college football game against Wake Forest on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, in Chapel Hill, N.C. (Robert Willett/The News & Observer via AP, Pool)
ACC could benefit from show of force behind 3 ranked teams

By Charles Odum Nov. 18, 2020 01:01 PM EST

North Carolina running back Javonte Williams (25) runs away from Duke linebacker Shaka Heyward (42) during the second half of an NCAA college football game at Wallace Wade Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, in Durham, N.C. (Jim Dedmon/Pool Photo via AP)
Tar Heels, Demon Deacons meet in ACC instate matchup

By Aaron Beard Nov. 12, 2020 11:31 AM EST

Kansas State wide receiver Chabastin Taylor (13) is tackled by Oklahoma State cornerback Jarrick Bernard-Converse (24) while catching a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Manhattan, Kan., Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. (AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)
Oklahoma State at Kansas State 11/7/2020

Nov. 07, 2020 05:21 PM EST

North Carolina defensive back Ja'Qurious Conley (0) chases Duke running back Mataeo Durant (21) during the first half of an NCAA college football game at Wallace Wade Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, in Durham, N.C. (Jim Dedmon/Pool Photo via AP)
Williams scores four TDs as Tar Heels rout Duke 56-24

By Bob Sutton Nov. 07, 2020 03:39 PM EST

Duke coach David Cutcliffe stands on the sideline while wearing a face shield during the second half of the team's NCAA college football game against Charlotte on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, in Durham, N.C. (Jaylynn Nash/Pool Photo via AP)
Rivals North Carolina, Duke meet looking to win Victory Bell

By Aaron Beard Nov. 05, 2020 11:01 AM EST

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney talks with players during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, in Clemson, S.C. (Josh Morgan/Pool Photo via AP)
NCAA's Election Day off sends message but is it needed?

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 02, 2020 05:14 PM EST

Notre Dame tight end Michael Mayer pulls in a ball for a touchdown against Pitt defensive back Paris Ford in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (Matt Freed/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP)
Pitt S Paris Ford opts out of the remainder of 2020 season

By Will Graves Nov. 02, 2020 03:43 PM EST

Charlotte quarterback Chris Reynolds (3) passes the football during the first half against Duke in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, in Durham, N.C. (Jaylynn Nash/Pool Photo via AP)
North Carolina at Virginia 10/31/2020

Oct. 31, 2020 10:53 PM EDT

Charlotte quarterback Chris Reynolds (3) passes the football during the first half against Duke in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, in Durham, N.C. (Jaylynn Nash/Pool Photo via AP)
Duke’s short drives key 53-19 rout of Charlotte

By Bob Sutton Oct. 31, 2020 10:42 PM EDT

Duke quarterback Chase Brice (8) looks for a receiver during the first half of an NCAA college football game against North Carolina State at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020. (Ethan Hyman/The News & Observer via AP)
Duke looks for spark against Charlotte after 1-5 start

By Aaron Beard Oct. 29, 2020 11:30 AM EDT

Duke's Taylor out indefinitely; Gilbert opts out of season

Oct. 26, 2020 09:18 PM EDT
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Duke center Will Taylor will be out indefinitely due to surgery on his right knee. Taylor is scheduled to have the...

Syracuse defensive back Garrett Williams (14) celebrates with his teammates after intercepting a pass during an NCAA college football game against Clemson in Clemson, S.C., on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. (Ken Ruinard/Pool Photo via AP)
South Carolina at LSU 10/24/2020

Oct. 24, 2020 03:45 PM EDT

North Carolina defensive back DeAndre Hollins (15) reaches for North Carolina State running back Ricky Person Jr. (8) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Chapel Hill, N.C., Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
North Carolina State at North Carolina 10/24/2020

Oct. 24, 2020 02:05 PM EDT

North Carolina State running back Ricky Person Jr. (8) runs against Duke during the first half of an NCAA college football game at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020. (Ethan Hyman/The News & Observer via AP)
Rarity: North Carolina, NC State meet in Top 25 showdown

By Gary B. Graves Oct. 22, 2020 09:26 AM EDT

Duke quarterback Chase Brice (8) looks for a receiver during the first half of an NCAA college football game against North Carolina State at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020. (Ethan Hyman/The News & Observer via AP)
TDs from Angeline, Thomas help NC State beat Duke 31-20

By Aaron Beard Oct. 17, 2020 07:29 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 5, 2019, file photo, Notre Dame players greet fans as they enter the stadium before an NCAA college football game against Bowling Green, in South Bend, Ind. In a quirk this season, No. 5 Notre Dame enjoys a greater home-field advantage than most of its opponents: As of now, the Fighting Irish are slated to play in front of only one crowd bigger than their own, which is limited to about 10,000 people because of the pandemic. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)
No. 4 Irish seek tighter defense vs struggling Louisville

John Fineran Oct. 15, 2020 01:57 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 12, 2020, file photo, Syracuse head coach Dino Babers argues a call with the officials in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against North Carolina, in Chapel Hill, N.C. Babers is in the midst of a second straight subpar season and not much relief is in sight. (Robert Willett/The News & Observer via AP, Pool, File)
Syracuse grappling with injuries as it slides in the ACC

Oct. 12, 2020 06:22 PM EDT

Syracuse= quarterback Tommy DeVito (13) is carried off the field in the second half against Duke during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct 10, 2020, at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, N.Y. (Dennis Nett/The Post-Standard via AP)
Syracuse's DeVito, Cisco out for extended time

Oct. 10, 2020 10:32 PM EDT