The Clemson Tigers are set to take on the Texas Longhorns on December 21 in their first game of the College Football Playoff. While it was a bumpy road to get i

Clemson (10-3) opened the year in ignominious fashion, getting crushed 34-3 to Georgia which was a major setback in their quest for a CFP Playoff berth. However, the Tigers battled back to rattle off six consecutive wins before dropping a 33-21 decision (18%-win expectancy) at home to Louisville that further complicated their hopes of an ACC Championship Game appearance.

Clemson made must enough progress from 2023 to 2024 to make the College Football Playoff. Cade Klubnik is among the biggest statistical risers for the Tigers.