The Pessimist |
The Pessimist
Clemson assistant coach
Danny PearmanDanny Pearman In the next two days, I want to take the pessimistic and optimistic points of view about Clemson's season and program. Today, let's take the pessimist's point of view. The Pessimistic Points: Watson's Health
Deshaun WatsonDeshaun Watson The Offensive Line The Tigers will start a true freshman at left tackle in
Mitch HyattMitch Hyatt Difference Maker in the Running Game Clemson has a stable of running backs but is there a go to guy?
Wayne GallmanWayne Gallman No Complete Tight End
Jordan LeggettJordan Leggett Depth at Defensive End The Tigers lose playmakers like
Vic BeasleyVic Beasley Losses at Linebacker
Stephone AnthonyStephone Anthony Questions at One Corner
Mackensie AlexanderMackensie Alexander New Kickers
Bradley PinionBradley Pinion Tomorrow we will take the optimistic view of the 2015 season. Prayer List The prayer list is a medium for our community to recognize those that are in need. If you would like to add someone to the list, please email me at mickeyplyler@hotmail.com. Please let me know when it is appropriate to remove a person off the list. Those who need our prayers include: Jo Ann Bachman, Kenneth Bryant, Pruitt Martin, Got Igers and his family, David Rowland, Leonard, Gillespie and his family, Jim S., Daniel Rosborough, the Huffman family, Nancy Winkler, John Reeve, Vinnie Brock, Kaitlyn L., Susan Miller, Joyce Harley, Steve Proveaux, Jeffrey Greene, the Hutto family, Sherl Drawdy, Caleb Kennedy, Teresa O'Connor, Matt Jacobs, Perrin Seigler, Candee Massee, Lindsey Jordan, Sam Catoe, Tyler Felch, the Nicolopulos family, "the Jacksonville, FL guys," Kim Sims, the Coyle family, Ryleigh Tedder, Steve Lee, Kelly Trakas, Jimmy Moore, the Thomas V. family, Emary Claire Young, Kitty Bowers, Julie Locke, the Scheider family, Lauren Kittles' family, Frank Gentry, Stacey McKeown, Dale Childs, Larry Lentz, Jr., Carl Sharperson, Scott Hannon, William Perry, Tyler Swaney, Lillian, Mark Feit, David Frame, the family of Matthew M. Watson, the Dowis family, Alan Putnam, the Olivers, Lee Tate, Ronnie Abrams, Eddie Greene, the Jackson family, Bill Vader, Jim Taylor, Tina DeWitt, Rock Horne, Bobby Wayne Thomas, Emma and Danielle Carothers, Robert Ditty, Mr. and Mrs. Murray Smith, Millie Heatley, Lynn Martin and family, Michael Pinson, Jake David family, Angie Crowley, Ira, Mike Tolson, Poly Wells, Dr. Muriel Bishop, Jack Cunningham, Emily Jefford Meister, Aaron Clackum, Pat James, Cortney Moore, William Moore, Angelia and Savannah Anderson, Scott Johns, Frank Carroll,
Brandon ThompsonBrandon Thompson
Assist. Head / ST / TE
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has coached with some legends including Gene Stallings and Frank Beamer, but two guys he has worked with couldn't be any more opposite. He told me Ralph Friedgen was a pessimist by nature, and it helped him become a good head coach because he sees things that will break before they break. He told me
Dabo SwinneyDabo Swinney
Head Coach
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is the most optimistic coach in America, and this helps because of the positive attitude that permeates through a program.
So. Quarterback
#4 6-2, 205
Gainesville, GA
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had a knee issue in high school. He broke his collar bone last spring. He broke a bone in his hand in the Louisville game. He tore his ACL in November. Clemson's offense revolves around Watson, and his backups have very little experience. It's nice to have one of the nation's top quarterbacks, but it is scary to think about his injuries of the past.
Fr. Offensive Line
#75 6-6, 270
Sugar Hill, GA
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.
Joe GoreJoe Gore
RS Sr. Offensive Tackle
#73 6-5, 290
Lake Waccamaw, NC
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has been very inconsistent at right tackle. Eric MacLain and
Tyrone CrowderTyrone Crowder
RS So. Offensive Guard
#55 6-2, 330
Marston, NC
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are fairly inexperienced at guard, and
Ryan NortonRyan Norton
RS Sr. Offensive Line
#58 6-3, 285
Simpsonville, SC
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has had a few issues at center. Also depth and experience are even bigger factors. Keeping Watson is job number one and issue on the offensive line, and there are major concerns here.
RS So. Running Back
#9 6-1, 205
Loganville, GA
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separated himself from the pack last year, but most of his yards came against bad defenses. Is Gallman ready to produce against better defenses?
Tyshon DyeTyshon Dye
RS So. Running Back
#22 5-11, 215
Elberton, GA
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has had an injury.
Adam ChoiceAdam Choice
So. Running Back
#26 5-9, 215
Thomasville, GA
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is coming off of ACL surgery.
Zac BrooksZac Brooks
Running Back (2012 - 2015)
#24 6-0, 200
Jonesboro, AR
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missed all of last season with an injury. CJ Davidson has not shown consistency.
C.J. FullerC.J. Fuller
RS Fr. Running Back
#27 5-9, 215
Easley, SC
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hasn't played a down of college football yet. Clemson's next superstar at running back may be Tavien Feaster, but he will play this season at Spartanburg High School.
Jr. Tight End
#16 6-5, 250
Navarre, FL
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has been inconsistent in his time so far at Clemson. Stanton Sekinger is the best receiver but has trouble in blocking.
Jay Jay McCulloughJay Jay McCullough
RS Jr. Tight End
#89 6-3, 248
Fort Mill, SC
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has been in and out of the doghouse.
Cannon SmithCannon Smith
RS Fr. Tight End
#84 6-4, 240
Columbia, SC
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and
Milan RichardMilan Richard
RS Fr. Tight End
#80 6-2, 245
Savannah, GA
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are red-shirt freshmen.
Defensive End (2010 - 2014)
#3 6-2, 236
Adairsville, GA
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,
Corey CrawfordCorey Crawford
Defensive End (2011 - 2014)
#93 6-5, 275
Columbus, GA
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and
Tavaris BarnesTavaris Barnes
Defensive End (2010 - 2014)
#9 6-3, 275
Jacksonville, FL
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.
Shaq LawsonShaq Lawson
So. Defensive End
#90 6-3, 269
Central, SC
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looks like he is ready to take the next step, and
Kevin DoddKevin Dodd
RS Jr. Defensive End
#98 6-5, 275
Taylors, SC
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looks the part, but depth is an issue. Clemson has very little experience here, and the best players may be true freshmen
Clelin FerrellClelin Ferrell
Fr. Defensive End
# 6-5, 220
Richmond, VA
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and
Austin BryantAustin Bryant
Fr. Defensive End
# 6-4, 250
Pavo, GA
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.
Linebacker (2011 - 2014)
#42 6-3, 245
Polkton, NC
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and
Tony StewardTony Steward
Linebacker (2011 - 2014)
#7 6-, 235
Hastings, FL
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were two five-star linebackers that graduated and have moved on to the NFL.
Ben BoulwareBen Boulware
Jr. Outside Linebacker
#10 6-0, 235
Anderson, SC
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has played a lot of snaps and BJ Goodson steps in as well, but playmakers will be missed.
RS So. Cornerback
#2 5-10, 190
Immokalee, FL
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is as good as any corner in the country, but
Garry PetersGarry Peters
Cornerback (2010 - 2014)
#26 6-0, 194
Conyers, GA
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is gone, and the Tigers have issues at the other corner. Cordrea Tankersly has the inside track, but maybe
Mark FieldsMark Fields
Fr. Cornerback
# 5-10, 185
Cornelius, NC
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makes his impact as a true freshman.
Punter (2012 - 2014)
#92 6-6, 230
Concord, NC
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left unexpectedly for the NFL leaving a big void at punter. Amin Lakip's discipline issues have not been resolved at this point. Two new kickers could keep the staff up at night. The Brad Hughes All-State Insurance Agency
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Defensive Tackle (2008 - 2011)
#98 6-2, 310
Thomasville, GA
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, Alvin Sammons, Georgine McAlhaney, Glen Davis, Mike Price, Clay Childers, Aaron Knight, Danielle Johnston and family, Nicholas Abrams, Lana Kuykendall, Gary, Gary G., William Huggins, Jim Bennett, Chantz Fowler, Ethel McElveen, Michele Gurganus, William Gentry, Lewis Usher and Tanya Sanders, Shon Cooper, Nick Collins, Amanda Peake, Danny Hammond, Chip Turner, Nick Collins, Allen Steen, the Sturkey family, the Lance family, Nick Chrisley's family, Allison Williams, Lt. Kyle Walker, Summer and Joel Johnson, Nicole O'Donnell, James O. Johnson, Joy Pruett and family, Bill Schmidt, Jack Bailey, Gardner Family, Charles Turner, Kathy Bartholomew, Ray Sanders, David and Robin Blocker, J.R. Ray, Kenneth Kowe, Lauren Sielicki, Jenna Phipps, Mark Lawrence, Jonathan and Jacki Sullins, Peter Laboy, Kat and Carlisle Jones, Elizabeth Galloway and family, Anita McDonald, Willard Harryman, Liz Surratt, Molly Senn, Jackie Shearer, Richard Sellers, Tim Drisdelle, Susan and Mike Brown, Julie Goodman Marshall, Willard and Dorothy Harryman, Justin Jernigan, Jack Cunningham, Mia Daughtery, Tee Senn, Bob Garrett, Skylar, Joseph Thomas, Mrs. Nelis, Jeanne Thompson, Sean Rowell, George Parker,
Levon KirklandLevon Kirkland
Linebacker
# 0, 0
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Patrick DeStefanoPatrick DeStefano
Offensive Line (2012 - 2013)
#71 6-5, 275
Spartanburg, SC
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, Robert Summerville, Wendell Harrington, Michelle Richey, Julie Moore, Ashley Fitch, Drew Moyer, Kevin Anderson, Lyn Price, John
Robert SmithRobert Smith
Safety (2011 - 2014)
#27 5-11, 215
St. George, SC
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, Allison Williams, Nicholas Wickiser, Lena Wright, Donna Springs, Elizabeth Bruner and our great country and the men and women in uniform that protect and serve it every day, plus their families.
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