Another Saturday in Death Valley, another frustrating result for a Clemson team that can't seem to find its footing. The Tigers dropped a hard-fought battle to a tough SMU squad, 35-24, falling to 3-4 on the season.
This was a game of bizarre contradictions. The passing offense, a question mark for much of the year, came alive with explosive plays. Yet, the run defense, typically a staple of Clemson football, was gashed repeatedly. It was a back-and-forth affair that ultimately saw the Mustangs make more plays down the stretch to seal the victory.
So, what went right and what went horribly wrong for the Tigers?