Early look at Florida State football’s Week 5 opponent Clemson

Florida State football and Clemson may have been joining forces in their legal battle with the ACC, but the game still has to be played.

Clemson has had FSU’s number in seven of the last eight meetings. Last year, the Seminoles ended its seven-year slump against the Tigers with an overtime victory in Death Valley.

The FSU went on to win the ACC Championship and finished 13-1 on the season.

The two ACC heavyweights might have similar vibes this season. Clemson will be at Doak Campbell Stadium in Week 5, beginning on Oct. 5.

ESPN’s College Gameday expects to attend Tallahassee for a live telecast as both teams favor winning the conference title and other storylines involving the two programs.

That includes Clemson and FSU’s ongoing lawsuit against the ACC for media rights. FSU quarterback DJ Uiagalelei will face his former team and Mike Norvell and Dabo Swinney’s’ stance on the transfer portal.

What a way to build up before the showdown.

Who is Clemson’s head coach

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney and Florida State University Head Coach Mike Norvell before the game Sep 23, 2023; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; at Memorial Stadium.

Dabo Swinney will be entering his 17th season with the Tigers. He is 170-43 in his coaching career and Clemson’s all-time winningest coach.

He is also the first coach in program history to lead Clemson to multiple national championships.

Last season, Clemson went 9-4 (4-4 in the ACC).

FSU vs. Clemson all-time record

21-15, FSU

Last meeting between FSU and Clemson

Last season, FSU beat Clemson 31-24 in overtime at Death Valley on Sept. 23.

Clemson’s Top Players

Offense:  QB Clade Klubnik, 2,844 yards,19 touchdowns, nine INT; RB Phil Mafah, 965 yards, 13 Touchdowns; TE Jake Briningstool, 50 rec. 498 yards, five touchdowns, OL Blake Miller

Defense: Edge TJ Parker, 33 tackles, 5.5 sacks; LB Barrett Carter, 62 tackles,…


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Publish date : 2024-07-29 18:17:50

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