It was clear in Mohammed Seye’s left footed strike that bent around a defender and into the net. In Bertin Jacquesson’s run and finish. In Oscar Sears’ 30 yard strike that tickled the top corner. This year’s version of the ACC is exciting, it’s attacking. But there’s more to the conference that the usual trio of Wake Forest, Pitt and Clemson. Others have merged, too, such as a resurgent North Carolina and dangerous Louisville. At least, that’s how it looks so far.

There are a few other hasty predictions to be made after week one of the college season, with intriguing teams out west and mixed fortunes in the Big East. Here are some week one takeaways.