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Dabo Swinney sounds off after Clemson’s painful 17-10 loss to LSU: ‘Too Many Missed Opportunities

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Clemson coach Dabo Swinney didn’t hold back after the Tigers’ 17-10 loss to LSU, praising his defense but admitting Cade Klubnik and the offense squandered too many chances in a playoff-level battle.

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney communicates with a referee in the game with Louisiana State University during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, Aug 30, 2025. | Ken Ruinard / USA Today Network South Carolina / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Clemson’s season opener was billed as a playoff-type matchup, and it lived up to the hype—except for the final score.