Twitter reacts: Clemson signees in the Army Bowl

Xavier Thomas had some extra attention from the West offense, and he says he's ready for his next step.

by Brandon Rink - Staff Writer - Saturday, January 6, 2018, 7:59 PM

Xavier Thomas - Defensive End
TigerNet: (5.00)

Height: 6-3 Weight: 260 Hometown: Bradenton, FL (IMG Academy HS) Class: 2018

ESPN:

#4 Overall, #2 DE, #1 FL

Rivals:

#5 Overall, #1 DE, #1 FL

24/7:

#4 Overall, #1 SDE, #1 FL

Eight Clemson signees competed in Saturday's U.S. Army All-American Game in San Antonio, Texas.

While off his game early with a couple interceptions, five-star QB Trevor Lawrence recovered to finish the game 11-of-17 passing for 83 yards with a nice touchdown pass on the run and also gained 30 yards rushing.

Also on the offensive side, receiver signee Derion Kendrick touched the ball three times for 38 yards (1 rush for 17; 2 catches for 21). Offensive tackle signee Jackson Carman saw the field as well.

On defense, defensive end Xavier Thomas (1 QB hurry) and defensive tackle Josh Belk (1 tackle) started and defensive end Justin Mascoll (1 tackle) and defensive back Kyler McMichael (pass breakup) got in the mix as well.

Kicker signee B.T. Potter hit a 32-yard attempt and also averaged 64.5 yards on two kickoffs.

Check out the game and game reaction in tweets below:

Clemson signee Xavier Thomas put major pressure on the QB and forced a bad throw. #Clemson signee Josh Belk also had pressure on the next play. West misses FG.
— TigerNet.com (@ClemsonTigerNet) January 6, 2018

It's early but @atxlete and @jbelk50 look unblockable at Army game. Clemson's future looks oh so bright
— David Hood (@MDavidHood) January 6, 2018

Iron will always sharpen iron @atxlete https://t.co/cqvKrSBtNB
— Josh Belk (@jbelk50) January 7, 2018

BRO TELL me about it ?????????????????? in an ALL STAR game!! Lol but it was fun! Off to college tomorrow ! https://t.co/WQ8TcfOVxV
— Xavier Thomas (@atxlete) January 6, 2018

Derion Kendrick pic.twitter.com/BpY0GIjfrY
— ClemsonEditz (@ClemsonEditz_) January 6, 2018

Trevor Lawrence is back in at QB. He hands off to #Clemson signee Derion Kendrick who looked like he wanted to throw but runs for the first down.
— TigerNet.com (@ClemsonTigerNet) January 6, 2018

#Clemson signee Justin Mascoll has a tackle and a QB pressure on this drive. West hits FG 3-0
— TigerNet.com (@ClemsonTigerNet) January 6, 2018

#Clemson signee Kyler McMichael makes a great play to break up a pass in the end zone.
— TigerNet.com (@ClemsonTigerNet) January 6, 2018

Clemson DB signee and @i_dareU_4life member Kyler McMichael with excellent coverage on five-star WR Amon-Ra St. Brown.
— Woody Wommack (@RivalsWoody) January 6, 2018

BT Potter kicks off to start second half. West returns it from 2 yards deep in the end zone.
— TigerNet.com (@ClemsonTigerNet) January 6, 2018

#Clemson signee BT Potter hits 32-yard FG to tie the game at 3-3
— TigerNet.com (@ClemsonTigerNet) January 6, 2018

Not a great day for Trevor Lawrence, but this is why he's the No. 1 recruit in the nation. pic.twitter.com/8T32eED75F
— Ryan Wooden (@Ryan_Wooden) January 6, 2018

Trevor Lawrence showing why he can be a difference maker. Not many QBs can make these throws.
— David Hood (@MDavidHood) January 6, 2018

James Cook and Trevor Lawrence making a few nice connections today. Great drive by the East squad. Looked much more comfortable in the hurry-up.
— Woody Wommack (@RivalsWoody) January 6, 2018

Trevor Lawrence can move pic.twitter.com/3ZNEypldt0
— ClemsonEditz (@ClemsonEditz_) January 6, 2018

5-star QB Trevor Lawrence @Trevorlawrencee (#Clemson signee)
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4-star RB signee James Cook @thegreat__4 (#Georgia signee)#ArmyBowl pic.twitter.com/F7hPI0Wcst
— Hiro Katsuki (@NittanyEagles) January 6, 2018