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Dabo Swinney warns of preseason pitfalls, Calls Week 1 a 'Community Challenge' due to NFL's missing link

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Clemson coach Dabo Swinney emphasizes the unique challenges of a college football Week 1 game, comparing it to a "community challenge" due to the lack of a true preseason, and the difficulty of preparing for unknown opponents.

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney during Clemson football 2025 practice at Jervey Meadows in Clemson, S.C. Wednesday, August 6, 2025. | Ken Ruinard / USA Today Network South Carolina / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

While the hype for Clemson's opener against LSU is sky-high, head coach Dabo Swinney brought a dose of reality to the conversation, explaining why Week 1 in college football is inherently one of the most unpredictable games of the season.