Guess Who is on the cover of Athlon ( one version )?

[9nationalchampionships]

@AthlonSports

 

[Gary77]

@AthlonSports

Nice! Can't hurt recruiting in the ACC footprint to see JC on the cover.

 

[Teh Teh]

@AthlonSports

Just bought mine yesterday in Nashville

 

[9nationalchampionships]

JC can win the Heisman w/slightly better numbers than last season and we would need to win 9 games. It is possible

 

[thebadby2]

@AthlonSports

Conner is a superstar and should be getting a lot more Heisman hype than I'm hearing/seeing. I'm assuming the Pitt athletic dept. is waiting until we get closer to the start of the season to unleash its campaign.

Hopefully, he will finally get the chance to play on a good team this year. That will get him a lot more recognition.

 

[PittME75]

They have eleven different covers for the ACC along with three national covers. Conner just makes one of these covers (Pittsburgh) so no national exposure.

 

[9nationalchampionships]

^^ That is what I said …one version

 

[Bradlib Zannamaker]

They have eleven different covers for the ACC along with three national covers. Conner just makes one of these covers (Pittsburgh) so no national exposure.

Go to their Twitter timeline. He is getting the most exposure/multiple tweets (with your alleged "10 other ACC players" getting ZERO @AtholonSports tweets) and SEC guys getting one tweet each. That probably doesn't mean too much to you, but it matters.

 

[PittME75]

Go to their Twitter timeline. He is getting the most exposure/multiple tweets (with your alleged "10 other ACC players" getting ZERO @AtholonSports tweets) and SEC guys getting one tweet each. That probably doesn't mean too much to you, but it matters.

Not "alleged" it's a fact there are eleven different regional covers just for the ACC...go to their site. Not sure what they actually say about him in the publication, but glad it is getting him some attention. He certainly deserves it.

 

[9nationalchampionships]

Pittsburgh's James Conner ranks No. 1.
Ranking the ACC's Running Backs for 2015

Five players in the ACC topped the 1,000-yard mark in 2014, with three of those players slated to return in 2015. Pittsburgh’s James Conner and Florida State’s Dalvin Cook are the top options returning at running back, and both players should be Heisman contenders this year. Quarterback Justin Thomas is the other ACC player that eclipsed 1,000 rushing yards last season. Will another name join Conner and Cook in the 1,000-yard department? Keep an eye on Boston College’s Jon Hilliman and Miami’s Joseph Yearby.



To help compile the rankings, there was some projection involved for 2015. This was not a ranking of running backs only based on accomplishments so far or pro potential. All factors - pure talent, supporting cast, 2015 projection and scheme changes (just to name a few) - were considered and projected to rank the running backs in the ACC for 2015.



Ranking the ACC's Running Backs for 2015


1. James Conner, Pittsburgh

2015 Year of Eligibility: Junior

Conner is the reigning ACC Player of the Year and ranked third nationally in 2014 with 26 rushing scores. In two seasons with the Panthers, Conner has rushed for 2,564 yards and 34 scores. He will remain the focal point of Pittsburgh’s offense in 2015 and should push for All-America honors once again.



2. Dalvin Cook, Florida State

2015 Year of Eligibility: Sophomore

Cook ranked as the No. 13 prospect in the 2014 247Sports Composite and emerged as Florida State’s go-to back in the second half of 2014. Cook rushed for at least 100 yards in each of his final three games, including a 177-yard effort against Georgia Tech in the ACC Championship. With Jameis Winston off to the NFL, Cook will be the Seminoles’ best offensive weapon in 2015.



Related: Florida State's Jimbo Fisher is the ACC's No. 1 Coach for 2015



3. Jon Hilliman, Boston College

2015 Year of Eligibility: Sophomore

As a true freshman last season, Hilliman ranked second on Boston College’s offense with 860 rushing yards and led the team with 13 rushing scores. The New Jersey native recorded three 100-yard efforts, including 148 yards against Penn State in the Pinstripe Bowl. Hilliman should be an even bigger part of the Eagles offense in 2015.



4. Joseph Yearby, Miami

2015 Year of Eligibility: Sophomore

Yearby’s spot on this list is a projection, and the sophomore could be one of the ACC’s top breakout stars for 2015. Duke Johnson won’t be easy to replace, but Yearby flashed potential in a limited role last year by rushing for 509 yards and one score on 86 attempts. The Miami native ranked as the No. 44 recruit in the 2014 247Sports Composite and is expected to start, but junior Gus Edwards will also see plenty of opportunities.



Related: Miami Hurricanes 2015 Schedule Analysis



5. Shadrach Thornton, NC State

2015 Year of Eligibility: Senior

Thornton leads an underrated backfield for third-year coach Dave Doeren. In 13 games last season, Thornton rushed for 907 yards and nine scores and recorded his best rushing performances in the final three games. Just based on proven stats and talent, Thornton could be higher on this list. However, with Matt Dayes and freshmen Johnny Frasier, Reggie Gallaspy and Nyheim Hines returning, Thornton may not see much of an uptick in carries this year.



6. Wayne Gallman, Clemson

2015 Year of Eligibility: Sophomore

Gallman provided a spark for Clemson’s offense in the second half of 2014, and the sophomore heads into 2015 at the top of a talented backfield. In 13 games, Gallman rushed for 769 yards and four scores and caught 24 passes for 108 yards. He rushed for 191 yards in the 35-17 win over rival South Carolina and added two other 100-yard efforts in 2014. Clemson has depth at running back, but Gallman could push for 1,000 yards.



Related: Clemson's Deshaun Watson Ranks as the ACC's No. 1 QB for 2015



7. Taquan Mizzell, Virginia

2015 Year of Eligibility: Junior

Mizzell could easily finish much higher on this list in 2015. The Virginia native was a five-star recruit coming out of high school and has worked in a reserve role in his first two years with the Cavaliers. During his Virginia career, Mizzell has rushed for 464 yards and three scores and caught 68 passes for 435 yards. There’s no denying Mizzell is one of the ACC’s most talented running backs. Is he ready to take the next step and become Virginia’s go-to back in 2015?



8. Brandon Radcliff, Louisville

2015 Year of Eligibility: Junior

Radcliff didn’t see much playing time in 2013, but the Miami native emerged as Louisville’s top running back in 2014. He led the team with 737 rushing yards and recorded 12 scores on the ground. Radcliff posted at least 17 carries in each of his last three games and posted a season high of 136 yards against Notre Dame. Louisville’s offensive line is a concern, and there’s good depth in the backfield, but Radcliff could approach 1,000 yards this season.



9. J.C. Coleman, Virginia Tech

2015 Year of Eligibility: Senior

With Marshawn Williams (injury) and Shai McKenzie (off-field incident) uncertain for 2015, Coleman is slated to be the top running back for Frank Beamer. Despite recording only 65 rushing yards through the first nine games, Coleman led the Hokies with 533 yards last season and recorded three rushing scores. The Virginia native came on strong at the end of 2014 and finished the year with at least 95 yards in each of the final four games. Coleman’s best effort came against Cincinnati in the Military Bowl by recording 157 yards on 25 attempts.



10. T.J. Logan, North Carolina

2015 Year of Eligibility: Junior

Logan emerged from a crowded backfield to lead North Carolina running backs with 119 carries last season. The North Carolina native ranked second on the team with 582 yards but finished the year with two 100-yard efforts over the final three games. Logan will likely share carries with Elijah Hood in 2015.



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[raleighpanther]

Wait, how he can be the top RB? I thought this board made the decision last year to move him to DE. LMAO.