Clemson’s defense will look different in 2020 but has a chance to be better with increased depth along the defensive line and athletic playmakers across the back seven.
As we inch closer to the season, it’s time to take a look at some of the players that defensive coordinator Brent Venables looks at to take a step forward this season.
One of those players is linebacker Mike Jones, who will take over the SAM/Nickel spot vacated by Isaiah Simmons, the Arizona Cardinals' first-round draft pick. Simmons had to play a major role last season as Venables gave his young line time to grow.