Young defensive standout Khalil Barnes sees Clemson unit playing free

Khalil Barnes says the Clemson defense is playing free. (Photo: Charles Leclaire / USATODAY)PITTSBURGH - Clemson’s ACC regular-season finale against Pittsburgh was not pretty. While they came away with the 24-20 win, the nearly four-hour game featured poor offensive play on both teams, questionable officiating, injuries, and ejections.

With everything that transpired, the game ultimately came down to the final play of the game. The Panthers needed 24 yards to get a touchdown to win the game, but sophomore safety Khalil Barnes ensured they never had a chance with an interception to seal the victory. Barnes said that play and many others throughout the game were examples of Clemson playing…