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NC State football faces a crossroads as boosters push for Philip Rivers to replace Dave Doeren, raising questions about the risks of prioritizing big names over proven coaching experience. Should the Wolfpack emulate nearby programs’ missteps, or focus on hiring a winner who can drive long-term success in the ACC?The conversation also explores North Carolina Tar Heels’ shocking collapse against Syracuse and dissects the impact of blown leads on ACC standings. Key games highlighted include SMU vs. Syracuse, with concerns about SMU’s secondary facing a potent passing attack, and the looming threat Virginia could pose for Wake Forest thanks to a disruptive run game. Can legacy hires and flashy choices deliver wins, or will fundamentals prevail as ACC teams chase relevance in a chaotic conference?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life. Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home.ULTRA POUCHESDon’t sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% Off with code LOCKEDONCOLLEGEFOOTBALL at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #adButcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always.5-Hour ENERGYTreat yourself to a crisp apple bite and smooth caramel delight with a Caramel Apple 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot, only available online for a limited time at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dabo Swinney says he has no regrets about Clemson's decision not to add a transfer quarterback. But after seven games, two passing touchdowns, and another frustrating home loss, should he?On today's Locked On Clemson, Morgan Thomas examines Clemson's quarterback evaluation, Christopher Vizzina's role, and whether Tait Reynolds has done enough to remain the unquestioned starter.Dabo also believes Clemson's offensive line played its best game against Virginia Tech, despite the Tigers allowing four sacks and 13 tackles for loss. If the offensive line is improving, why is the offense still struggling to score?Plus, we examine Chad Morris, Clemson's transfer portal philosophy, and why changing offensive coordinators may not solve the program's bigger problems.Clemson is 2-8 in its last ten home games against Power Four opponents. Is this still a temporary setback, or does Dabo need to reconsider how he's building his football team?Subscribe to Locked On Clemson for daily Clemson Tigers football coverage.Follow Morgan Thomas on X: @themorgantshow#ClemsonFootball #DaboSwinney #ClemsonTigers #LockedOnClemson #CollegeFootball00:00 Dabo Swinney Has No Regrets About Clemson's QB Decisions05:01 Did Clemson Misjudge Its Quarterback Room?07:41 Christopher Vizzina vs. Tait Reynolds12:11 Dabo Says Clemson's Offensive Line Played Its Best Game13:32 Gideon Davidson and Missed Assignments17:01 Why Isn't Chad Morris' Offense Working?18:57 Clemson's Offensive Problems Go Beyond Execution23:09 Does Accountability Start With Dabo Swinney?25:26 Clemson's History of Offensive Coordinator Changes29:13 Transfer Portal Philosophy and Clemson's Home Struggles31:49 Results vs. Intentions: Where Clemson Goes From HereSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life. Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home.ULTRA POUCHESDon’t sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% Off with code LOCKEDONCOLLEGEFOOTBALL at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #adButcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always.5-Hour ENERGYTreat yourself to a crisp apple bite and smooth caramel delight with a Caramel Apple 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot, only available online for a limited time at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can Dabo Swinney fix the problems that developed under his own leadership at Clemson?After Clemson's 20-16 home loss to Virginia Tech, the questions surrounding the Tigers go far beyond quarterback play, offensive line struggles, or Chad Morris' play-calling.On today's Locked On Clemson, Morgan Thomas examines whether Clemson's biggest problems begin with the decisions being made at the top of the football program.Is Clemson struggling because of a lack of talent, ineffective coaching, or a roster evaluation process that isn't producing the results Dabo Swinney expects?The Tigers entered 2026 with major questions at quarterback and offensive line. Christopher Vizzina was named the starter, Tait Reynolds eventually took over, and Clemson's passing offense has produced just two touchdown passes through seven games.We also examine Clemson's coaching staff, Dabo's history of hiring familiar faces and former players, and whether the program needs more experienced outside voices.Virginia Tech provided another example of what effective roster construction can accomplish. The Hokies added Ethan Grunkemeyer, Luke Reynolds, and Que'Sean Brown through the transfer portal, and those players helped Virginia Tech win in Death Valley.Finally, we address the biggest question of all: Can Dabo Swinney reverse Clemson's decline at the same school where he built a championship program?Today's topics:Why Clemson's problems go beyond talent versus coachingDabo Swinney's responsibility for roster construction and staff decisionsQuestions about hiring inexperienced coaches and former playersChristopher Vizzina, Tait Reynolds, and Clemson's quarterback evaluationsThe offensive line's lack of experienced transfer additionsHow Virginia Tech used transfers to improve its rosterChad Morris and Clemson's ongoing offensive strugglesWhy changing coordinators alone may not solve the problemWhat Dabo must change to make Clemson competitive againMorgan discusses why improvement is still possible, but why another season of familiar explanations and minor adjustments won't be enough to restore confidence in Clemson's direction.Subscribe to Locked On Clemson for daily Clemson Tigers football analysis and discussion.Follow Morgan Thomas on X: @themorgantshow#ClemsonFootball #ClemsonTigers #DaboSwinney #LockedOnClemson #ACCfootball00:00 Can Dabo Swinney Fix Clemson?02:45 Is Clemson's Problem Talent or Coaching?03:54 Questions About Clemson's Coaching Staff09:09 Dabo's Roster and Personnel Decisions10:20 Clemson's Offense Is Not Producing15:08 Clemson's QB and Offensive Line Evaluations18:12 Why the Christopher Vizzina Situation Makes No Sense19:40 Virginia Tech Won With Transfer Portal Additions24:20 Can Dabo Reverse Clemson's Decline?26:56 What Must Change Inside Clemson's Program?28:53 Why Another Coordinator Change Isn't Enough31:07 Can Dabo Still Turn Clemson Around?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. 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Clemson Tigers suffer a shocking home defeat to Virginia Tech, raising urgent questions about Dabo Swinney’s ability to maintain the program’s elite standard. Can Clemson’s offense find answers, or has the Tigers’ dominance in the ACC truly faded?The conversation focused on Clemson’s offensive woes, Tait Reynolds’ struggles at quarterback, and questionable play-calling in the red zone. A key theme that emerged was frustration with staff decisions—including Chad Morris’ role—and the inability to capitalize on defensive strengths. The discussion explored inconsistent fourth-down calls, the lack of vertical passing, and dwindling home-field advantage at Death Valley. Several points were raised, including fan discontent, stalled player development, and whether Swinney can engineer a turnaround or if Clemson must brace for further setbacks this season.00:00 Evaluating Clemson's disappointing season04:51 Clemson defense and controversial calls07:51 Discussing offensive performance issues15:40 Discussing Clemson's offensive struggles18:43 Critiquing quarterback coaching decisions24:02 Clemson's struggles and predictions28:07 Scoring strategies in football30:56 Dabo's sideline frustration36:27 Dabo Swinney's struggles discussedSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life. Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home.ULTRA POUCHESDon’t sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% Off with code LOCKEDONCOLLEGEFOOTBALL at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #adButcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always.5-Hour ENERGYTreat yourself to a crisp apple bite and smooth caramel delight with a Caramel Apple 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot, only available online for a limited time at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clemson football is 4-2 heading into Saturday night's matchup with Virginia Tech, but can Tigers fans really trust this offense?Through six games, Clemson has thrown just TWO passing touchdowns. Now Tait Reynolds faces a Virginia Tech secondary ranked 106th nationally in passing yards allowed against FBS competition. If Clemson can't get its passing game going in this matchup, when will it?On this episode of Locked On Clemson, Morgan Thomas breaks down the biggest concerns for Tigers fans, the Virginia Tech players who could cause problems, and the three Clemson players who must deliver Saturday night in Death Valley.What we're discussing:Why Clemson fans believe the Tigers can win but still don't fully trust the offenseTait Reynolds and Clemson's struggles producing passing touchdownsVirginia Tech's dangerous pass rush led by Aycen StevensEthan Grunkemeyer and the Hokies' productive passing offenseQue'Sean Brown's return to Death Valley after scoring twice against Clemson with Duke in 2025Why Gideon Davidson must keep Clemson's offense balancedWill Heldt's opportunity to pressure GrunkemeyerCollin Sadler and the offensive line's critical matchupWhat Clemson must prove to inspire confidence in the second half of the seasonVirginia Tech comes into this matchup with a productive quarterback, an explosive receiver, and a defensive front capable of making Clemson's offensive problems even worse.But the Tigers have opportunities of their own. Virginia Tech's secondary has struggled, Clemson's defense has improved under Tom Allen, and a night game in Death Valley could give the Tigers an advantage.Can Clemson finally produce passing touchdowns, or will the offense once again depend on the running game, defense, and special teams to win?Subscribe to Locked On Clemson for daily Clemson Tigers football news, analysis, and discussion.Follow Morgan Thomas on X: @themorgantshow#ClemsonFootball #ClemsonTigers #VirginiaTech #LockedOnClemson #ACCfootball00:00 Clemson vs Virginia Tech: Can Tigers Fans Trust This Team?02:29 Clemson's Passing Touchdown Problem04:56 Virginia Tech's Pass Rush vs Clemson's Offensive Line07:26 Why Clemson Still Has So Many Questions13:27 Three Virginia Tech Players Clemson Must Stop15:27 Aycen Stevens Could Cause Major Problems17:22 Que'Sean Brown Returns to Death Valley23:05 Three Clemson Players Who Must Deliver25:42 Gideon Davidson and Clemson's Running Game27:14 Will Heldt and the Defensive Line's OpportunitySupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service.Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always.5-Hour ENERGYTreat yourself to a crisp apple bite and smooth caramel delight with a Caramel Apple 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot, only available online for a limited time at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.