Clemson’s path: win early downs vs BC’s pass-heavy attack, lean on the run, protect Cade Klubnik, finish red-zone chances, and let the front seven hunt.
1) Win 1st & 2nd Down vs. BC’s Air-First Identity
Boston College under Bill O’Brien skews throw-heavy and wants to live in rhythm concepts and intermediate digs. The plan for Clemson: disrupt timing on early downs so BC faces third-and-long instead of manageable thirds. Show two-high shells pre-snap, rotate late, and mix simulated pressures to make the young quarterback reset. When BC gets behind the sticks, their efficiency drops and the checkdowns come out—exactly where Clemson can rally and tackle.