**Wake Forest football stepped into the spotlight at ACC Kickoff — here's what matters.** • **Wake Forest** — Deacons made their case at ACC Media Days, aiming to prove last year's struggles are behind them • **Wake Forest** — QB play is the central storyline heading into fall camp, with competition heating up under center • **Wake Forest** — Coaching staff talked up an upgraded defense as the key to competing in a loaded ACC • **Wake Forest** — Skill position depth drew praise from coaches, giving fans reason for cautious optimism • **Wake Forest** — Conference expectations are modest externally, but the Deacons are clearly playing with a chip on their shoulder **Watch for:** Fall camp depth chart moves at QB — that battle will define Wake's season before a snap counts. The lineup's set. Drop in.