The Clemson Insider · 20m
Kelly Using His Opportunities Wisely
CLEMSON — After tearing his ACL in a spring practice, Clemson defensive tackle Kourtney Kelly worked hard to get back on the football field this season. After missing the first five weeks of the season, the transfer took seven snaps against Charleston Southern in Week 6 and slowly worked his way into the rotation at defensive tackle.
He played 18 snaps during the Tigers’ win at Syracuse last week, including his first sack which forced a lateral pass from Orange quarterback Steve Angeli. The backwards pass was picked up by Jahiem Lawson and returned 22 yards for Clemson’s only touchdown.