Clemson’s defense held UNC in check for most of Saturday’s 21-20 victory, but the Heels put together a late scoring drive that had the Clemson group on its own heels. UNC elected to go for two points and the win, but Venables’ defense made the play it had to make.
“We talked about a number of two-point plays in the huddle but we didn't talk about that one. I think we had a good call on but we hadn't done that exact play,” Venables said. “Man, what a great display of will. You can't coach it. You can't teach it.