ACC coaches talk anonymously about Clemson |
Athlon got coaches in the ACC to talk anonymously about their opponents. Below is what the coaches had to say about Clemson.
Don’t feel too bad for Swinney: He’s gonna be just fine, especially with what he has back on offense. By no means is quarterback
Tajh BoydTajh Boyd Wide receiver
Sammy WatkinsSammy Watkins The defense had some issues last year, surrendering a ton of points late in the regular season. New coordinator Brent Venables needs to have an immediate impact. The sad thing for Clemson is last year’s 8–0 start seems like it was five years ago. Has a conference championship ever felt so dissatisfying?"
“Everyone is going to start with the Orange Bowl blowout. How in the world do you give up 70 points — in a football game? I think (Dabo) Swinney actually can use that game as a positive this year. Obviously it will be a major source of motivation, and he’ll certainly have to spin it the right way or the Tigers could regress this season.
RS Jr. Quarterback
#10 6-1, 225
Hampton, VA
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an unknown, but I really think he’s still vastly underrated. A terrific dual-threat that continues to get better and better and better.
So. Wide Receiver
#2 6-1, 200
Fort Myers, FL
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was a beast last year. It’s scary to think how much better he can get. With Watkins and
DeAndre HopkinsDeAndre Hopkins
Jr. Wide Receiver
#6 6-1, 200
Central, SC
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, Clemson’s got two of the nation’s top receiving threats. And don’t forget about running back
Andre EllingtonAndre Ellington
RS Sr. Running Back
#23 5-10, 190
Moncks Corner, SC
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. The Tigers have some serious talent on the offensive side of the ball.
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