Clemson edge past Louisville to keep their bowl streak alive—but did survival come at the cost of real progress? Morgan Thomas scrutinizes the Tigers’ narrow 20-19 victory, spotlighting Adam Randall’s explosive presence in the backfield, Cade Klubnik’s game-manager performance, and the team’s tactical shortcomings under Garrett Riley’s offensive coordination. Despite earning a coveted ranked road win tombstone, Clemson’s struggles on third down and critical injuries expose deep roster issues.

Key talking points cover the heart and resilience Dabo Swinney praises, the ongoing crisis on the offensive line, and the Tigers’ need for transfer portal reinforcements heading into next season. With crucial matchups against Furman and South Carolina looming, can Clemson overcome its late-season adversity, or will offensive inconsistencies derail their hopes? Don’t miss this candid breakdown of the Tigers’ fight for relevance, lingering concerns, and the future of Clemson football.

00:00 Clemson's Win: Underwhelming Battle

04:37 Clemson Edges Louisville in Chaos

07:37 Garrett Riley Defines Team Identity

11:58 Clemson's Resilience and Teamwork

13:27 Dabo's Team Struggles for Consistency

17:46 Louisville Falls Amid Missed Opportunities

22:31 Clemson's Offensive Line Crisis

25:41 Simplify Offense, Improve Rotations

27:29 Clemson’s Offensive Line Worries

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