Clemson’s Defensive Line Went From Problem to Possible Strength | Clemson Tigers Podcast

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Opublikowano: 2026-10-09

Clemson’s defensive line entered the season looking like one of the biggest weaknesses on the roster. A month later, that evaluation may be changing. Morgan Thomas breaks down why Clemson’s defensive-front improvement looks increasingly real after the Tigers generated 14 of their 16 pressures against Miami with defensive linemen. The bigger development may be what that pressure unlocks for Tom Allen. If Clemson can consistently rush four and drop seven into coverage, Allen no longer has to manufacture pressure with constant blitzing. That gives Clemson more coverage flexibility, protects the secondary and makes Allen’s pressu...