For years, Clemson’s calling card was efficiency, explosiveness, and execution in the red zone. That combination defined the Tigers during their Playoff runs with Deshaun Watson and Trevor Lawrence—and it hasn’t looked the same under Garrett Riley.
Heather Dinich of ESPN laid out the cold truth: three glaring issues stand out for the Tigers’ offense.
The Good: Clemson still has pieces that can win. Cade Klubnik’s arm talent, young receivers like Bryant Wesco, and Will Shipley’s versatility remain real threats. The Tigers move the ball between the 20s with flashes of promise.
The Bad: The numbers don’t lie.