The ACC’s 2024 recruiting class rankings have crystallized following National Signing Day, showcasing a league brimming with talent and ambition. Miami commands the spotlight with a top-tier class, while Clemson and Florida State keep the pressure on with their impressive hauls. Florida State has revitalized its program in recent years, leveraging the transfer portal to great effect. It was a perfect 13-0 season that propelled the Seminoles to secure their most impressive recruiting class under the guidance of Mike Norvell.
From SMU and Cal’s foundational efforts aimed at future competitiveness to the intrigue of coaching changes at Boston College and Duke. This year’s recruitment efforts set the stage for a fiercely competitive landscape season in a conference ripe for the taking. Below are the final recruiting rankings for the ACC per 247 Sports.
The Hurricanes led by Mario Cristobal, nabbed the top spot with 27 commits, including three five-stars. Their class, highlighted by a strong defensive line, aims to elevate Miami back to national prominence. Headlined by defensive stars Justin Scott, Armondo Blount, and Marquise Lightfoot, this class boasts seven top-100 talents, with an impressive average rating of 91.01.
Dabo Swinney’s Tigers focused on revamping their offense, adding two top-50 wide receivers. Their class of 22 commits includes two five-stars, with the addition of five-star TJ Moore and four-star Bryant Wesco, alongside standout linebacker Sammy Brown, Clemson’s recruits are poised for early impact.
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Despite losing KJ Bolden to Georgia and five-star edge Armondo Blount to Miami during the early signing period, the Seminoles secured a robust class with 16 four-stars, showcasing their continued appeal to top talent.
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The Tar Heels’ 27-man class lacked a blue-chip quarterback but added depth across other positions, maintaining their explosive offensive reputation.
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Focusing on future stability, NC State’s class is highlighted by four-star quarterback Cedrick Bailey, signaling potential growth under Dave Doeren.
The Cardinal’s class is marked by resilience and talent, in highly touted QB Elijah Brown who led the Monarchs to their second state championship in three years and finished off a remarkable four-year run as a starter. Also in four-star defensive lineman Benedict Umeh, who battled through Hodgkin lymphoma.
With a focus on tapping into Georgia’s rich talent pool, the Yellow Jackets’ class includes key four-star prospects, aiming to elevate the program’s profile. Wide receiver Isiah Canion from Warner Robins High and tight end Luke Harpring from Marist School in Atlanta, whose father is basketball player Matt Harpring, are notable additions.
Fran Brown’s impact on recruiting at Syracuse is immediately evident, as the team secured four four-star recruits under his tenure—surpassing the total from the last four years combined, with three committing after Brown took the helm as head coach
Feeling the effects of a tough 3-9 season, Pittsburgh’s recruiting is highlighted by four-star offensive lineman Caleb Holmes.
The Hokies led by coach Brent Pry significantly bolstered their in-state presence by securing Virginia’s premier talent, including the state’s leading receivers, Virginia Beach’s Keylen Adams and King George’s Chanz Wiggins.
Without a top-500 player, Wake Forest aims to find hidden gems, like quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski, to return to their competitive ways.
With a strategy shift toward Texas recruits signing nine this cycle, Cal’s class, including a standout four-star receiver Trevor Rogers from Northern California, might signal a new direction for the program.
Leaning heavily on the transfer portal, Louisville’s approach under Jeff Brohm focuses on immediate-impact players, possibly at the expense of high school recruiting depth. Louisville alum Jeff Brohm added only one Kentucky native to his roster: three-star wide receiver Shaun Boykins Jr.
After coaching changes and player defections including four-star quarterback Tyler Cherry heading to Indiana and four-star offensive tackle Robert Bourdon joining Elko at Texas A&M. Diaz, known for his recruiting prowess at Miami, faces the challenge of gaining momentum at Duke.
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Struggling in high school ranks and securing only two players ranked in the top 1,000. Virginia’s class looks to the transfer portal for immediate impact, hoping to improve under Tony Elliott.
Following coaching changes, Boston College’s class faces uncertainty, with the program aiming to stabilize and build for the future with new head coach Bill O’Brien.
Transitioning to the ACC, SMU’s small class of ten signees focuses on long-term growth, with the program already eyeing talent upgrades in upcoming cycles. The Mustangs boast three top-500 prospects for their 2025 class, positioning SMU under Rhett Lashlee’s leadership for a substantial talent boost in the coming years.