The Clemson defense will be the best Louisville has faced this year, so don’t expect a blowout, but it’s also not going to keep quarterback Lamar Jackson off the board. The Tigers’ offensive woes spell trouble, especially against a Louisville team that has shown it has no trouble scoring. The Clemson running game, which was so good in the playoffs last season, is averaging just 159.5 yards per game and star running back Wayne Gallman is averaging just 64 yards per game. Quarterback Deshaun Watson is averaging just 3.17 yards per rush and his 249 passing yards per game is nearly 30 yards less than a year ago. 5 nationally in scoring defense (11.0) - the offense has been uneven. 3 in the country in total defense (218.5) and No. While the defense has been playing lights out - it ranks No. Moreover, it puts the Cardinals in prime position to earn one of the coveted four spots in the College Football Playoff.Ĭlemson hasn’t rekindled much of the magic it had during its run to the national title game last year. If it defeats Clemson, it’s going to be difficult for either the Tigers or Florida State to claim the ACC Atlantic title. This game represents Louisville’s chance to step on the throat of the ACC Atlantic. Here’s what to watch heading into Week 5: The college football season has not yet disappointed in 2016 and this won’t be the week it happens either.
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