Dinich compares Watkins to C.J. Spiller

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From Heather Dinich of ESPN:

Clemson freshman Sammy Watkins Sammy Watkins

Fr. Wide Receiver

#7 6-1, 200

Fort Myers, FL

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Pro Running Back

#28 5-11, 195

Lake Butler, FL

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With his 345 all-purpose yards against Maryland, Watkins surpassed Spiller’s previous school record of 312. Watkins also became the second freshman to score three touchdowns in a game. With his eight receptions against Maryland, Watkins now has five of the top 12 single-game freshman bests in school history. His 89-yard kickoff return for a touchdown in the fourth quarter changed the game.

Thanks to Watkins, the Tigers stand alone in the ACC.

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