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Five plays that shaped the Sugar Bowl

Colin Halm, Asst. Sports Editor • January 4, 2018

Anyone with eyes could see that Alabama dominated the third installment of the Swinney-Saban saga. The Tide took advantage of turnovers and kept Clemson’s offense from breaking...

Paws Up, Paws Down: Sugar Bowl

Allison Daniel, Sports Editor • January 2, 2018

In a dominant performance, Alabama defeated Clemson 24-6 and advanced to the National Championship game. The Tigers failed to score a touchdown and was handled up front. Here are some of the key takeaways...

Tide Rolls Tigers: Alabama defeats Clemson 24-6 in the Sugar Bowl

Allison Daniel, Sports Editor • January 1, 2018

NEW ORLEANS -- The Clemson Tigers' season came to a close with a 24-6 loss to Alabama in the Sugar Bowl. The tone was set early, as the first quarter was owned by Alabama. The Tide opened the scoring with...

Sugar Bowl final thoughts and predictions

Allison Daniel, Sports Editor • January 1, 2018

It’s a new year but the same story in the College Football Playoffs. Well, sort of. Clemson and Alabama are set to square off for the third straight year with National Championship implications....

Who to watch for: Sugar Bowl edition

Colin Halm, Asst. Sports Editor Ryan Donahue, Senior Staff Writer • December 31, 2017

In the saga that seemingly never ends, Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide will play Dabo Swinney’s Clemson Tigers in the first round of the College Football Playoffs. This is the first time...

Clemson defeats Miami 38-3 in ACC Championship Game

Allison Daniel, Sports Editor • December 2, 2017

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Clemson defeated Miami 38-3 Saturday night to claim its third consecutive ACC Title. Clemson's offense started the game with a quick score. The Tigers marched 68 yards in 4:24 to take...

Three things to watch for Clemson vs. Miami

Allison Daniel, Sports Editor Colin Halm, Asst. Sports Editor • December 2, 2017

Kelly Bryant vs. Miami’s secondary Kelly Bryant has struggled with his accuracy down the field this season, and Miami’s secondary has made a living on interceptions. While Bryant has only thrown...

Paws up, paws down: South Carolina

Clayton Crowley, Senior Staff Writer • November 26, 2017

Paws Up: Capitalizing on South Carolina mistakes: There is no love lost between the Clemson and South Carolina football teams, and that rivalry was evident on the field on Saturday. Physical play was an...

Tigers dominate Cocks in Palmetto Bowl blowout

Colin Halm, Asst. Sports Editor • November 25, 2017

From start to finish, Clemson controlled all three phases of the game in a 34-10 blowout over rival South Carolina. Quarterback Kelly Bryant finished the game 23-34 for 272 yards and two touchdowns and...

Column: Seven Opportunities: Clemson students should take advantage of their chances to watch Clemson home games

Brandon Stockdale, contributor • November 13, 2017

Clemson fans are provided a special chance to watch their team play at home seven times a year, and they should take full advantage of it.Imagine this: It’s the dog days of summer. Hot days,...

Clemson beats Florida State, Clinches ACC Atlantic despite key injuries

Colin Halm, Asst. Sports Editor • November 13, 2017

Injuries can take an unexpected toll on a football team. Both sides of this contest were marred by them, one more than the other. Florida State lost its starting quarterback midway through the first game...

Paws up, Paws down: NC State Edition

Clayton Crowley, contributor • November 6, 2017

Paws Up: Capitalizing on NC State mistakesClemson’s offense didn’t perform particularly well, but the NC State defense bailed them out on multiple occasions. The Wolfpack’s physical defensive...