The scoring seems like the issue here.
South Carolina’s defense isn’t great, but it’s solid. Clemson’s offense can be very good, but it’s had a habit of going into cruise control until it needs to step on the accelerator. That’s a spot the hosts likely can hold their own in Williams-Brice Stadium.
If USC wants to put a sizable dent in the Tigers’ playoff hopes, the other side of the ball will be key.
The Gamecocks will likely have to hold possession and slow things down. To do that, they’ll either have to run the ball well or have Jake Bentley execute the short passing game to perfection.