Copied from the Pitt Website…
James Conner talks to ESPN’s Andrea Adelson:
JAMES CONNER TRIES FOR RARE ACC PLAYER OF THE YEAR REPEAT
PINEHURST, N.C. — James Conner broke records, pounded opponents and had one of the most prolific seasons in Pittsburgh history, a school known for its remarkable running backs.
Yet, he was not chosen to repeat as ACC Player of the Year. The preseason honor went to Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson, who earned 23 more votes than Conner, who rushed for 1,765 yards and 26 touchdowns last season.