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Clemson football: How RB competition is shaping up in early fall camp

Clemson running back Will Shipley(1) runs in a drill which running back Phil Mafah(26) tries to knock the ball loose during practice in Clemson, S.C. Friday, August 6, 2021. Clemson Football Practice August 6

The Clemson football team is currently going through preseason camp and we’re starting to see some slight separation and pecking orders being defined, even if were only three practices in thus far.

One of the most intriguing position battles to watch has been the running backs.

Clemson has two veteran returners in Lyn-J Dixon and Kobe Pace who many believe are set to take the next step while freshmen Will Shipley and Phil Mafah join the fray.