With Clemson’s mammoth opener against Georgia just a week away, The Clemson Insider is taking a closer look at some of the position matchups that could go a long way in determining the outcome of that Sept. 4 clash at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte.
Next up is Clemson quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei against Georgia quarterback J.T. Daniels. TCI previously analyzed matchups between the Tigers’ offensive line and the Bulldogs’ defensive front (and vice versa), Clemson’s receivers against Georgia’s secondary and Clemson’s linebackers against the Bulldogs’ tight ends and running backs.
Uiagaleleli’s career stats (10 games, 2 starts): 78 of 117, 914 yards, 5 TDs, 0 INT; 28 rush, 60 yards, 4 TDs
Trevor Lawrence’s absence from the starting lineup was never part of the plan for Clemson’s offense last season, but Lawrence’s brief bout with COVID-19 turned out to be a blessing in disguise for the Tigers’ future at quarterback.