ACC Spotlight: Which Five Programs Could Make or Break Their Season This June?

June’s arrival signals a whirlwind period in college football recruiting—a frenetic dance of official visits, verbal commitments, and strategic handshake deals. If you ask me, this month can make or break a program’s momentum for the rest of the year. In the ACC, five key teams are gearing up, eyes keenly fixed on maximizing this window to bolster their 2026 classes. From Clemson’s homegrown hustle to Florida State’s high-stakes commitment reshuffling, each program carries its own story of ambition and urgency. With elite prospects crossing state lines and stadiums buzzing with hopeful energy, the next few weeks promise drama and deal-making in equal measure. Curious who’s primed to rise and who risks falling short? Dive into the detailed breakdown by Rivals’ own John Garcia Jr., and get ahead of the recruiting curve. LEARN MORE

RELATED: Miami’s 2026 commitment listAdvertisementJust this coming weekend the group will be comprised of natives of seven states, from former Alabama secondary commitment Jamarrion Gordon to two-sport star Adam Balogoun-Ali out of the Sunshine State, Midwest offensive lineman Mason Wilhelm and Colorado native Tripp Skewes.

Just this coming weekend the group will be comprised of natives of seven states, from former Alabama secondary commitment Jamarrion Gordon to two-sport star Adam Balogoun-Ali out of the Sunshine State, Midwest offensive lineman Mason Wilhelm and Colorado native Tripp Skewes.

Just this coming weekend the group will be comprised of natives of seven states, from former Alabama secondary commitment Jamarrion Gordon to two-sport star Adam Balogoun-Ali out of the Sunshine State, Midwest offensive lineman Mason Wilhelm and Colorado native Tripp Skewes.

Just this coming weekend the group will be comprised of natives of seven states, from former Alabama secondary commitment Jamarrion Gordon to two-sport star Adam Balogoun-Ali out of the Sunshine State, Midwest offensive lineman Mason Wilhelm and Colorado native Tripp Skewes.

Just this coming weekend the group will be comprised of natives of seven states, from former Alabama secondary commitment Jamarrion Gordon to two-sport star Adam Balogoun-Ali out of the Sunshine State, Midwest offensive lineman Mason Wilhelm and Colorado native Tripp Skewes.

Just this coming weekend the group will be comprised of natives of seven states, from former Alabama secondary commitment Jamarrion Gordon to two-sport star Adam Balogoun-Ali out of the Sunshine State, Midwest offensive lineman Mason Wilhelm and Colorado native Tripp Skewes.

AdvertisementNick Lucero/Rivals.comAmong the elites expected to kick off the month of June include five-star linebacker Tyler Atkinson and fellow blue-chippers such as defensive linemen Bryce Perry-Wright, defensive backs Joey O’Brien and Blake Stewart along with offensive linemen Carter Scruggs and Cannon Pickett.Advertisement