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ACC Football 2017: Biggest x-factor for every team

By Trey Daubert

TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 09: Clemson Tigers defensive end Clelin Ferrell (99) is blocked by Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Cam Robinson (74) during the 2017 College Football National Championship Game between the Clemson Tigers and Alabama Crimson Tide on January 9, 2017, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL. Clemson defeated Alabama 35-31. (Photo by Mark LoMoglio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 09: Clemson Tigers defensive end Clelin Ferrell (99) is blocked by Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Cam Robinson (74) during the 2017 College Football National Championship Game between the Clemson Tigers and Alabama Crimson Tide on January 9, 2017, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL. Clemson defeated Alabama 35-31. (Photo by Mark LoMoglio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /
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SHREVEPORT, LA – DECEMBER 26: NC State defensive end Bradley Chub (9) looks over the offensive set in the Camping World Independence Bowl between the Vanderbilt Commodores and the NC State Wolfpack on December 26, 2016, at Independence Stadium in Shreveport, La. (Photo by John Bunch/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images).
SHREVEPORT, LA – DECEMBER 26: NC State defensive end Bradley Chub (9) looks over the offensive set in the Camping World Independence Bowl between the Vanderbilt Commodores and the NC State Wolfpack on December 26, 2016, at Independence Stadium in Shreveport, La. (Photo by John Bunch/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images). /

NC State – Bradley Chubb

Bradley Chubb has consistently improved every single season. Chubb is coming off a 10-sack season for N.C. State in what was a breakout season. The most impressive part of his game may be his run defense after recording 21.5 tackles for loss in 2016. The Wolfpack edge rusher also has a knack for causing fumbles recording five the past two years.

North Carolina State was involved in a number of close games last season. They lost to the national champion Clemson Tigers in overtime and played Florida State awfully tough. With any great pass rusher, if Chubb can wreak havoc on the opposing quarterback, NC State will stay in a lot of games they don’t necessarily belong in. Chubb has no regrets on bypassing the NFL this past year after paying close attention to the Combine.

“You watch it and you know you could be there,” Chubb said before N.C. State’s spring game. “I made a decision that I felt like was right for me, and I’m happy for the decision I made. Via New Observer”

Chubb will be a perfect fit at defensive end for any 4-3 team at the NFL level. Heading into his Senior year, Chubb’s draft stock is really dependent on how his year goes. If he can get into the 15 sack range, NFL teams will surely take notice.

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