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Behind closed doors: Richardson, Tajh Boyd, former Gamecock help with red zone success

CLEMSON – Clemson passing game coordinator Kyle Richardson made an interesting comment this week about how the offensive coaches break down the gameplan for each opponent, and which coaches are responsible for which down and distance.

For instance, Richardson is responsible for the red zone (inside the opponent’s 20-yard line) plays. Through four games, the Tigers are ranked No. 1 in the nation in red zone conversions, scoring on all 24 of their attempts. Other schools are also at 100 percent, but none have a number as high as 24 (Tennessee is at 22, and Ohio St.