In the preseason, when someone spoke about Clemson’s defense, the conversation usually started and ended with the defensive front and deservedly so.
The Tigers front four consistent of four guys who are expected to be drafted, possibly in the first round, over the next two seasons. Defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, along with defensive ends Clelin Ferrell and Austin Bryant, have all earned at least one All-American status since the regular season came to an end. Then there is defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, who is finally 100-percent healthy, who is arguably the best interior defensive linemen in the country.