CLEMSON – Clemson’s offense came out on the attack Saturday against Florida State, with a focus on getting running back Travis Etienne more touches on designed runs. Etienne was also tasked with executing a halfback pass, which worked to perfection.
Etienne tossed a 23-yard strike to Justyn Ross on the game’s second play to help set up the Tigers’ first touchdown, and then finished the day with 17 carries for 127 yards. It was Etienne’s first 100-yard effort since the opener against Georgia Tech.
Co-offensive coordinator Tony Elliott told Etienne that the pass was coming, regardless of where the ball was on the field.