Clemson slid to No. 11 in the Week 2 US LBM Coaches Poll despite beating Troy, while Miami surged into the Top 6 and South Carolina reached the Top 10.
Even in victory, Clemson couldn’t stop its slide. After edging Troy 27–16 at home, the Tigers fell three spots to No. 11in the Week 2 US LBM Coaches Poll. Dabo Swinney’s squad opened the year at No. 8 but continues to lose ground following a season-opening loss to LSU.