Greg McElroy Names Best Roster In The ACC This Season

Watch out for Miami.

ESPN college football analyst Greg McElroy recently gave a detailed look at the ACC entering the 2024 season, and the former Alabama quarterback made a bold proclamation about the Hurricanes.

"I think they are the best roster in the ACC," said McElroy.

"Those that have pointed to [head coach] Mario [Cristobal]'s shortcomings, the process is working," he continued.

"They've done a really good job of jump-starting the roster with some guys that have been impactful in the portal. They've also supplemented that portal with great high school recruiting," he shared.

This offseason, Miami added one of the top quarterbacks in the portal, Cam Ward.

The former Washington State quarterback was 323-of-485 (66.6 percent) for 3,735 yards, 25 touchdowns and seven interceptions last year. He also had eight rushing touchdowns.

Cristobal added the fourth-ranked recruiting class of 2024 , led by 247 Sports composite five-star defensive linemen Justin Scott, Armondo Blount and Marquise Lightfoot.

McElroy acknowledged Miami's offensive line is "one of the best in the country," while the defensive line features 2023 freshman All-American Rueben Bain Jr.

Miami kicks off its season on Aug. 31 against Florida. Per Action Network , the Hurricanes (+400) rank third in preseason odds to win the ACC.