It’s that time of the year again – Clemson football is facing yet another tough matchup against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. As the Tigers head into their homecoming game, they are looking to not only continue their winning streak but also raise awareness for Breast Cancer. While Wake Forest may not have the same reputation as some of the other teams Clemson has played against this season, they shouldn’t be underestimated. Wake Forest’s quarterback is crafty and can move around the pocket, while their three running backs are all outstanding. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at what the Clemson Tigers need to be wary of when facing Wake Forest’s impressive offense.
Breast Cancer Awareness
Dabo Swinney
“We have two opponents this week. Wake Forest and Breast Cancer” –
One of Wake Forest’s strengths lies in its quarterback Mitch Griffis. A veteran player, Griffis moves well in the pocket and can throw deep passes with great accuracy. Clemson’s defense will need to be on their toes and make sure to cover the receivers well. If they let Griffis find an opening, he will make them pay.
In addition to their capable quarterback, Wake Forest also has three impressive running backs. Tate Carney, in particular, is a player to watch out for. He’s a bruiser of a back and is great at gaining yards between the tackles. Against Vanderbilt, he had 13 rushes for 117 yards including a 74-yard touchdown run. Clemson’s defense will need to be disciplined in their gaps and make sure to tackle well if they want to keep Carney and the other backs in check.
“Its going to take a great effort this week to slow these guys down” –
HC Dabo Swinney
Wake Forest’s offensive line is also noteworthy, with their upfront 5 being particularly solid. They work well together and know how to create openings for their running backs. Clemson’s defensive line will need to disrupt their flow and make sure they don’t get any opportunities to break through the line.
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Furthermore, Clemson’s coaches have emphasized how Wake Forest has one of the best-coached secondaries they’ll face all season. They are disciplined and make very few mistakes. Clemson’s receivers will need to work hard and find ways to break through their coverage. It’s important for Clemson’s quarterback to be on point too, so they can capitalize on any opportunities for deep passes.
Clemson should also be cautious of Wake Forest’s willingness to take around 10 deep shots per game. While this is a risky strategy, if even one of these shots connects, it can change the momentum of the game. Clemson’s defense will need to be vigilant in looking for these deep passes and make sure they are well covered.
As Clemson football heads into their game against Wake Forest, they can’t underestimate their opponent’s strengths. Wake Forest’s offense is impressive, and they have several weapons that can cause problems if not handled properly. However, with careful preparation and disciplined play, Clemson should be able to overcome the Wake Forest challenge and continue their winning streak this season.
As always, Clemson football will show its support to fight against breast cancer and its support for those battling the disease by wearing pink gloves, arm bans and towels, etc.
