3 teams that could relocate in the latest wave of conference realignment as FSU vs ACC legal tussle heats up
The legal battle of FSU vs. ACC has got a lot of headlines the last few months. One thing is for certain, if Florida State manages a way to leave the Atlantic Coast Conference, they are not going to be the only team that looks to relocate in conference realignment.
The FSU vs. ACC battle has been brewing for a while, and that's going to be something to keep an eye on. Let's take a closer look into other programs that could also have one foot out the door if the Seminoles create the path to do so.
Teams that could also relocate due to FSU vs. ACC
#1 Clemson Tigers
The Clemson Tigers are in a similar situation as the Florida State Seminoles, with a lawsuit of their own against the conference.
If any team is leaving the ACC, it seems Clemson and Florida State are going as a pair. Clemson has a lot of intrigue, being the only other program besides the Michigan Wolverines to win a college football national championship outside the SEC since Ohio State in 2014.
That provides a lot of value as well as their location being right in the southeastern portion of the United States. With a rabid fanbase, any conference would be foolish not to try and get the Tigers in conference realignment.
Duke Blue Devils
The Duke Blue Devils feel like a perfect fit for the Big 12 Conference, and the FSU vs. ACC legal tussle could be the first step in making it a reality.
Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark has focused on building up multiple sports in the conference rather than just college football. It definitely helps with their men's basketball program being one of the premier programs in the nation as well.
With the Blue Devils providing a solid team in football as well, they are going to be a hot commodity in the conference realignment portal.
Miami Hurricanes
The Miami Hurricanes make a lot of sense to leave due to the FSU vs. ACC battle, as they would be the lone school in the Atlantic Coast Conference from the state of Florida.
Miami has a lot of rich history, so conferences are going to be bending over backwards to acquire South Beach as a destination for conference action.