Texas/Clemson Discussion

Hoping we can come together and talk about a few games here. 

one that keeps nagging at me with interest is Texas/clemson. 

I think the Clemson is much improved from earlier in the year but are facing a top 5 defense in Texas at home. 

any leans or good angles you guys are liking?

I can’t for the life of me figure out why Sark has stayed with EWWers so long here. He looks way off from early season form and you can feel the electricity in your plums every time arch comes in the game. 

Anyhow my early lean is that Texas is gonna win but probably much closer than many think. My gut says to take Clemson plus the points. Could easily see a 3 point game unless klubnick is totally overwhelmed by Texas which could happen. 

I don’t think tooo highly of Clemsons D but they got some dogs over there too.  if sark sticks with sewer-ewers I’m not sure they are going to be dynamic enough to just blow this Clemson offense out.

thoughts welcome, let’s all get that cheese

@RickRobyns

To be honest, I'm not a fan of Sark at all. One of the most overrated play callers in the country I believe.  I'm with you on Ewers and think Manning should play.  Think if Ewers starts poorly that we could see a switch.

Texas DL vs. Clemson OL: Big advantage in my opinion here for the Longhorns, who have allowed under 4 YPC in each of their past four games. Clemson averaged just 2 YPC against a decent SMU defensive front, which isn't close to Texas.  While Mafah (shoulder) is healthier, it may not matter.  Klubnik, who struggled in the second half vs. SMU, also should see tons of pressure in his face.

While Clemson has a solid D, Texas should be able to move it through the air.  In the the end, Texas is the stronger team and wins rather easily.  Give me 31-14.

I think it will be close 1st half maybe a 1score Texas lead at half or tied maybe Clemson up 3 but 2nd half I think Texas forces a few turnovers and Clemson they will figure out that Clemson offense by then and Texas pulls away 2nd half. My prediction 37-17 or 37-20 Texas

@CKP22

 Nice analysis, maffa has looked pretty banged up