ESPN: Weak and strong: Clemson Tigers |
According to Andrea Adelson of ESPN, Clemson's strongest position on the roster is QB with
Tajh Boyd
Tajh Boyd In her opinion, the weakest position on the team is the secondary.
RS Sr. Quarterback
#10 6-1, 225
Hampton, VA
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, Chad Kelly, and Cole Stoudt.
Defensive coordinator Brent Venables has talked repeatedly about the state of his secondary. Clemson does return some experienced players, but the Tigers need to find some playmakers at the cornerback position. Depth also remains a concern, as the Tigers are going to have to rely on some true freshmen to contribute immediately. Having said that, safety
Travis Blanks
Travis Blanks
So. Defensive Back
#11 6-1, 190
Tallahassee, FL
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is a star in the making. He will start at safety this year and has the potential to be one of the better players at that position in the league. Others with experience include
Bashaud Breeland
Bashaud Breeland
RS Jr. Cornerback
#17 6-0, 195
Allendale, SC
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,
Garry Peters
Garry Peters
RS Jr. Defensive Back
#26 6-0, 195
Conyers, GA
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,
Darius Robinson
Darius Robinson
Cornerback
#21 5-10, 175
College Park, GA
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,
Martin Jenkins
Martin Jenkins
Cornerback
#14 5-10, 180
Roswell, GA
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and
Robert Smith
Robert Smith
Jr. Safety
#27 5-11, 210
St. George, SC
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. Jenkins, Robinson and Breeland couldn't stay healthy a year ago; Peters has spent time in coach Dabo Swinney's doghouse. Hopes are high that highly heralded recruit
MacKensie Alexander
MacKensie Alexander
Fr. Defensive Back
# 5-11, 175
Immokalee, FL
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can be one of the young contributors.
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