3 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 18 Clemson needs to slow down SMU QB Kevin Jennings to win 9th ACC title game, secure CFP spot

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Key matchup SMU QB Kevin Jennings vs. Clemson secondary: Jennings made his first start as SMU’s quarterback in last year’s American Athletic Conference championship game after Preston Stone broke his left leg in the regular-season finale. He’s also excelled with his running ability with six rushing TDs, including a 50-yard scoring run with 1:16 left at Pitt for a 24-20 win three games ago that ultimately got Clemson into the ACC title game. … Clemson reached the ACC title game after Miami was upset by Syracuse last week.. Klubnik was MVP of Clemson’s 39-10 victory over North Carolina in the Tigers’ last title game appearance in 2022. … Clemson has had six games where it has rushed for 200 yards and thrown for 200 yards.. SMU has won nine games in a row, all since Jennings took over as the starting quarterback..

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2 weeks ago

Hunter scores 21, No. 10 Clemson battles back to beat SMU 57-54 to reach ACC Tournament semifinals

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Chase Hunter scored 21 points, Jaeden Zackery added 11 points and No. 10 Clemson battled back to beat SMU 57-54 on Thursday night for its ninth straight win to reach the Atlantic Coast Conference semifinals. SMU led most of the second half, but Viktor Lakhin’s lane jumper gave the Tigers a 52-51 lead with 4:50 left in …

2 weeks, 1 day ago

Clemson Tigers and SMU Mustangs play in ACC Tournament

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! SMU Mustangs vs. Clemson Tigers Charlotte, North Carolina; Thursday, 9:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Tigers -5.5; over/under is 144 BOTTOM LINE: No. SMU scores 15.1 more points per game than Clemson allows to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Tigers: 9-1, averaging 76.4 points, 33.2 rebounds, …

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Lakhin leads No. 11 Clemson to program record-tying 26th win, 65-47 over Virginia Tech

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 11 Clemson opened a double-digit lead and beat Virginia Tech 65-47 on Saturday for the program’s record-tying 26th victory of the season. These Tigers are playing every bit as good as that squad, winning their seventh straight game and heading into next week’s ACC Tournament …

1 month ago

Schieffelin leads No. 13 Clemson to record 15th ACC victory with 83-68 win over Notre Dame

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 13 Clemson won a single-season program-record 15th Atlantic Coast Conference game with an 83-68 victory over Notre Dame on Wednesday night. Schieffelin, who also had nine rebounds, rescued the Tigers down the stretch of the first half with four straight baskets — his teammates has …

1 month, 1 week ago

Auburn holds off Alabama in SEC’s first No. 1 vs. No. 2 showdown

New York Times

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — In the most anticipated college basketball game ever played in Alabama, No. 1 team in the country so we just had to get our swagger back,” Broome said of Auburn’s two wins since losing last weekend at home to Florida. Saturday’s result also highlighted Auburn’s depth — the Tigers had six players finish in double digits, doubling …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

No. 23 Clemson back in the rankings and rolling in the ACC

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! “Very proud of this team,” said Viktor Lakhin, the Cincinnati transfer who had 22 points with a season-high four 3-pointers and helped Clemson take control in the opening half by building a 49-33 lead. We just joined to keep it going.” Last year’s team led …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lakhin leads No. 23 Clemson to 85-65 win over North Carolina

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 23 Clemson rolled past North Carolina 85-65 on Monday night. It’s the first time Clemson has beaten Duke and North Carolina in the same year since the 2019-20 season. All but two of Lakhin’s points came in the first half, and the 6-foot-11 Cincinnati transfer …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

QB Cade Klubnik announces he’ll return to Clemson for the 2025 season

Associated Press

CLEMSON, S.C. — Quarterback Cade Klubnik, who led Clemson’s surprise run to the Atlantic Coast Conference championship and College Football Playoff, will return for a fourth and final season with the Tigers rather than declare for the NFL draft. Klubnik, who announced his decision on social media Monday night, recently finished his second full season as the Tigers’ starter. He …

3 months, 1 week ago

ACC champion Clemson visits SEC runner-up Texas in first round of College Football Playoff

Associated Press

13 Clemson at No. 4 Texas, Saturday, 4 p.m. EST BetMGM College Football Odds: Texas by 12. The first round of the expanded College Football Playoff pits ACC champion Clemson against SEC runner-up Texas. Key matchup Quarterbacks Quinn Ewers of Texas and Cade Klubnik of Clemson last met in the Texas Class 6A state championship in January 2021 when both …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

AP Player of the Week: Arizona State's Cam Skattebo put up big numbers again in Big 12 title game

Hindustan Times

The Associated Press national player of the week in college football for Week 15 of the season: Cam Skattebo, Arizona State HT Image Cam Skattebo continued his late-season tear with 170 yards rushing, 208 all-purpose yards and three touchdowns in Arizona State's 45-19 win over Iowa State in the Big 12 championship game. Runner-up Boise State running back and Heisman …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

SMU to visit Penn State in opening CFP round with Boise State awaiting the winner in the Fiesta Bowl

Associated Press

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — SMU had an anxious morning awaiting word from the College Football Playoff committee. SMU earned the CFP’s last at-large selection on Sunday and will open the College Football Playoff at Penn State on Dec. 21, with the winner moving on to face Boise State and electric running back Ashton Jeanty in the Dec. 31 Fiesta Bowl. “Brands …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

No. 8 SMU falls short in comeback bid in the ACC title game. Now the Mustangs await CFP fate

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — SMU’s magical first run through the Atlantic Coast Conference included an unbeaten regular-season record and a spot Saturday night in the league championship game. SMU linebacker Ahmad Walker stood still amid the Tigers’ party, staring at the end zone where Hauser’s kick — a record length for the ACC championship game — had split the uprights as …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

No. 18 Clemson beats No. 8 SMU 34-31 on last-second field goal for ACC title, berth in the CFP

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Cade Klubnik sat in his car for more than hour last Saturday crying following Clemson’s loss to rival South Carolina, figuring his team’s chances of reaching the College Football Playoff were over. “We got five more minutes to play football — and that’s how we viewed tonight.” Bryant Wesco had eight catches for 143 yards and two …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

College Football Playoff bracket revealed: Oregon No. 1 overall, SMU gets in over Alabama

New York Times

Follow live updates and reaction to the 12-team College Football Playoff field. The first 12-team College Football Playoff will include SMU but not Alabama. The Crimson Tide were the first team out of the field when the selection committee released its final ranking Sunday, setting the bracket for the first expansive, pro-style playoff in the history of major college football: …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Clemson vs. SMU: How to watch, picks, odds for ACC Championship Game

New York Times

Texas and Oregon aren’t the only teams making conference title games in their first seasons in a new league. SMU also pulled off the feat in the ACC after going 8-0 in conference play and now enters the title game as a small favorite against Clemson in the first-ever meeting between these teams. Clemson coach Dabo Swinney is 8-1 in …

No. 8 SMU looks to complete unbeaten run through ACC in conference title game vs. No. 18 Clemson

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 8 SMU looks to complete unbeaten run through ACC in conference title game vs. No. 18 Clemson

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! But I think we’ve been in this game two of the last three years.” If the Mustangs win they’ll likely wrap up a first-round bye in the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff. No Hurricanes Swinney said if the Tigers win the national title he’ll invite Syracuse …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Clemson beats No. 4 Kentucky 70-66 for another top-5 win as Tigers hope for NCAA Tournament berth

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! We can compete with anybody.” Clemson showed that again with its fourth consecutive win over a top-five opponent in the AP poll as an unranked team, according to OptaSTATS. Brownell, in his 15th year with the Tigers, had plenty of roster change from last year’s …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 18 Clemson prepping to take advantage of latest chance to reach the CFP, the ACC title game

Associated Press

CLEMSON, S.C. — When Clemson coach Dabo Swinney left the stadium Saturday after losing to rival South Carolina, he thought his team’s chances at reaching the College Football Playoff had ended. “Win that and you get a ticket to Willy Wonka’s factory, right?” Swinney said Tuesday. “We’re excited to be in the ACC championship game,” he said. “We have two …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

When Clemson got in ACC title game, Dabo Swinney got wild FaceTime from coach who made it happen

Associated Press

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney’s cellphone started blowing up with messages from players, friends and colleagues when the Tigers, still smarting after a loss to their instate rival, found out they had made the Atlantic Coast Conference championship game. During a Zoom call with reporters about next Saturday night’s ACC title game, Swinney was then asked what Brown told him. I …

No. 9 SMU beats Cal 38-6. Up next, the ACC title game in Mustangs’ 1st season in the conference

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 9 SMU beats Cal 38-6. Up next, the ACC title game in Mustangs’ 1st season in the conference

Live Mint

DALLAS — Kevin Jennings threw for 225 yards and two touchdowns as ninth-ranked SMU completed a sweep of its first Atlantic Coast Conference schedule with a penalty-plagued 38-6 win over California on Saturday. The Mustangs were already locked into next week's championship game in their ACC debut before closing the regular season with their 17th consecutive win in a league …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 9 SMU beats Cal 38-6. Up next, the ACC title game in Mustangs’ 1st season in the conference

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! DALLAS — Kevin Jennings threw for 225 yards and two touchdowns as ninth-ranked SMU completed a sweep of its first Atlantic Coast Conference schedule with a penalty-plagued 38-6 win over California on Saturday. The Mustangs were already locked into next week’s championship game in their ACC …

4 months ago

No. 16 South Carolina at No. 12 Clemson playing for potential CFP spot

Associated Press

16 South Carolina at No. Key matchup Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik vs. South Carolina defensive ends Kyle Kennard and Dylan Stewart. He said he’s not gotten past a 31-30 South Carolina comeback win at Clemson two years ago and is eager to make amends in his final regular-season game at home. The Clemson-South Carolina game was played every year between …

No. 9 SMU looks for undefeated ACC slate in debut when finishing regular season against Cal

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4 months ago

No. 9 SMU looks for undefeated ACC slate in debut when finishing regular season against Cal

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! SMU has already clinched a spot in the Atlantic Coast Conference championship game in its league debut, and is up to ninth in the College Football Playoff rankings. Cal is also in its first ACC season, and is coming off a fourth-quarter comeback for a win …

4 months ago

No. 9 SMU kept champion mindset in move to ACC and is already in title game before finale vs. Cal

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “So just having a reminder that we can do it.” After winning the American Athletic Conference title last year, the ninth-ranked Mustangs will now play in the ACC championship game — and maybe the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff — no matter what happens in their …

4 months ago

Klubnik’s 3 TD passes, DT Page’s pick-6 lead No. 17 Clemson to 51-14 win over The Citadel

Live Mint

CLEMSON, S.C. — Cade Klubnik threw for three touchdowns, backup running back Jay Haynes scored twice on the ground and defensive tackle Payton Page had a 57-yard pick-6 score as No. Klubnik connected with Antonio Williams for a 30-yard TD to start the scoring and then the 315-pound Page stretched out for an interception and rumbled along the left sidelines …

4 months ago

Jennings has 3 TDs as No. 13 SMU routs Virginia 33-7 to clinch a spot in the ACC title game

Associated Press

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Kevin Jennings threw for a career-high 323 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another, and No. “I feel like just week by week, the game is getting slower for me.” SMU’s defense overwhelmed UVa’s offensive line, sacking Anthony Colandrea nine times and allowing the Cavaliers just 173 yards. “Against a guy who’s hard to tackle,” said …

4 months ago

SMU routs Virginia, clinches spot in ACC Championship Game

New York Times

SMU is headed to the ACC Championship Game in its first season in the league. Its 7-0 ACC record is the best by a team jumping from a mid-major league to a power conference since at least 1978, according to SMU. The Mustangs beat Tulane to win the American Athletic Conference crown last year. The stakes are higher this year …

4 months ago

No. 7 Alabama looks to strengthen case for College Football Playoff spot vs. Oklahoma

Associated Press

7 Alabama at Oklahoma, Saturday, 7:30 p.m. BetMGM College Football Odds: Alabama by 13 1/2. Alabama needs a win to strengthen its case for a spot in the College Football Playoff. Alabama defeated Oklahoma 45-34 in the College Football Playoff during the 2018 season.. Oklahoma has won both regular-season games against the Crimson Tide.. Oklahoma has won its home finale …

4 months, 1 week ago

No. 13 SMU can get into ACC title game by winning at Virginia

Associated Press

13 SMU vs. Virginia, Saturday, 12 p.m. EST BetMGM College Football Odds: SMU by 9 1/2. Key matchup Virginia’s Jonas Sanker has proven himself one of the nation’s top defensive backs this year, but the safety is going to be tested by SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings and the Mustangs’ wide receiver depth. SMU has had at least seven receivers catch …

4 months, 1 week ago

ACC This Week: No. 13 SMU hopes to clinch spot in league title game at Virginia

Associated Press

Things to watch this week in the Atlantic Coast Conference: Game of the week No. 13 SMU at Virginia, Saturday, noon ET The Mustangs can clinch a berth in their first Atlantic Coast Conference championship game with a victory at Virginia. Virginia is looking to become bowl eligible for the first time since the 2019 season when it lost to …

4 months, 1 week ago

No. 17 Clemson licking its wounds as a game against FCS foe Citadel arrives

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Swinney said that nine offensive linemen missed practice early in the week and that Tiger fans might see a few names and numbers they don’t recognize Saturday when Clemson faces an in-state, FCS opponent in the Bulldogs. House settlement Swinney is one of college football’s ultimate …

4 months, 1 week ago

SMU’s Jennings is making a name for himself with the Mustangs one win away from the ACC title game

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Former Alabama coach Nick Saban repeatedly heaps praise on him during ESPN’s “College GameDay.” “I mean, Coach Saban talks about him every week, so it’s making it hard for him to be slept on,” SMU coach Rhett Lashlee said this week. “You think about when he …

4 months, 1 week ago

No. 13 SMU is closing in on spot in ACC title game as Miami and Clemson remain in the race

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! That’s why SMU coach Rhett Lashlee isn’t ready to talk about his team being one win away from a spot in the championship game in its first year in the conference. So I’m trying to stay focused on that.” SMU remained unbeaten in the league by …

4 months, 1 week ago

No. 14 SMU moves closer to ACC title game by beating Boston College 38-28 for 7th win in a row

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Kevin Jennings threw for 298 yards and three touchdowns and Brashard Smith ran for 120 yards with a score as SMU beat Boston College 38-28 on Saturday, going ahead to stay after the Eagles had opened the second half with a touchdown. “We get preached on …

4 months, 1 week ago

Clemson rallies past Pitt, stays in the hunt for ACC title game appearance

New York Times

Clemson entered the final 90 seconds of the fourth quarter against Pitt on Saturday afternoon with 8 total rushing yards. And with the score, he kept alive Clemson’s chances of sneaking into the ACC Championship Game — and, as a result, its hopes of reaching the College Football Playoff. Clemson led 17-7 at halftime, but the Panthers tied the game …

4 months, 1 week ago

No. 14 SMU is the ACC leader with CFP hopes while Boston College is trying to get bowl eligible

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! SMU is alone atop the Atlantic Coast Conference standings and would get in the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff by making and winning the conference championship game in its first season after moving up from the Group of Five. Boston College is playing its final road …

4 months, 1 week ago

No. 17 Clemson looks to keep ACC title game hopes alive against suddenly struggling Pitt

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! The Tigers can keep its hopes of reaching the ACC title game alive with a victory over the suddenly struggling Panthers, who have dropped two straight following a 7-0 start. FACTS & FIGURES This is the first meeting between the schools since the Panthers beat Clemson …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lots at stake for No. 14 SMU, the CFP hopeful and newcomer atop ACC hosting Boston College

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! SMU is the only of the 17 ACC teams without a league loss, but last season’s American Athletic Conference champion dropped a spot to 14th in the second CFP rankings released this week. Boston College has changed starting quarterbacks going into its final road game and …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

No. 17 Clemson hopes to keep ACC title hopes alive when Tigers visit sliding Pittsburgh

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! So we’re still in the thick of it, there’s a lot of things that can happen.” But only if the Tigers avoid a misstep against Pitt, which has dropped two straight following a 7-0 start. “If last week didn’t get their motor going, I hope anyone …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

No. 17 Clemson visits Pittsburgh in a key matchup for ACC title chase

Associated Press

Things to watch this week in the Atlantic Coast Conference: Game of the week No. 17 Clemson at Pittsburgh, Saturday at noon ET The Tigers are part of the chase for a trip to the league title game and can’t afford a slip-up with No. ET SMU must keep winning to control its own destiny in reaching the ACC title …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

ACC This Week: No. 4 Miami looks to move a step closer to league title game at Georgia Tech

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! 4 Miami at Georgia Tech, Saturday, noon ET Last week brought some clarity to the ACC race with two of the four undefeated teams in league play losing to set up a straight path to the title game for the Hurricanes and No. Georgia Tech posted …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Louisville Takes Down No. 11 Clemson in Thriller, Snapping 0-8 Career Mark in Process

Associated Press

Louisville secured their first win over No. 11 Clemson 33-21 on Saturday night, snapping an 0-8 career mark against the Tigers. Isaac Brown ran for 151 yards and a touchdown, while Tyler Shough somersaulted into the end zone for a second touchdown. Louisville's defense held strong against Clemson's offense, forcing three turnovers and recovering both onside kicks. The Cardinals' performance …

SMU Returns to Campus for Crucial ACC Matchup Against No. 18 Pitt

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

SMU Returns to Campus for Crucial ACC Matchup Against No. 18 Pitt

Associated Press

SMU returns to action against No. 18 Pitt in a highly anticipated matchup. The Mustangs have been on a roll, winning their last 13 regular-season conference games and averaging 50.5 points over their last 12 home games. However, they will face a tough test against a Pitt team that is looking to bounce back after a disappointing season.

4 months, 4 weeks ago

Unlikely Showdown: No. 18 Pitt Takes on No. 20 SMU in a Battle for ACC Domination

Associated Press

No. 18 Pittsburgh and No. 20 SMU clash in an unexpected ACC matchup. The Panthers are looking to get their first win of the season, while the Mustangs have won all five games since Kevin Jennings took over as the starting quarterback. This is the first regular-season meeting between the schools since 1948.

4 months, 4 weeks ago

Clemson's Perfect Run vs. Louisville: Key Matchup in ACC Play

Associated Press

Clemson seeks to maintain their perfect record against Louisville on Saturday night in the ACC play. Both teams are evenly matched, with Louisville having a balanced offense and Clemson boasting a strong defense. The key matchup will be the pressure applied on Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough, who has been a consistent passer throughout his career. The Tigers have a significant …

Clemson's November Showdown: Louisville's Offense a Daunting Test for the Tigers

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

Clemson's November Showdown: Louisville's Offense a Daunting Test for the Tigers

Associated Press

Clemson faces a challenging November schedule, starting with a tough matchup against Louisville. The Tigers, who have shown resilience in recent weeks, will need to maintain their focus and avoid costly mistakes to secure their championship hopes. The team's offensive prowess and the Cardinals' defense will be key factors in determining the outcome of this intriguing matchup.

5 months ago

Clemson's Surge Sends a Shockwave Through the ACC Race

Associated Press

A year ago, Dabo Swinney was sparring with a radio caller asking why he’s paid so much at Clemson for mid-level results. The Tigers have turned their season around and are now contenders for the ACC title and a return to the College Football Playoffs. The Tigers have gone 11-1 since Tyler's angry call, showing the brand of dominating offense …

5 months, 1 week ago

SMU Dominates Stanford in Thrilling Victory

Associated Press

SMU dominated Stanford in the first quarter, with Kevin Jennings throwing three touchdown passes. The Mustangs went on to win 40-10, extending their winning streak to eight games. Despite the lopsided victory, there were several mistakes made by both teams, including fumbles, interceptions, and missed field goals. SMU will look to bounce back against Duke on Saturday night, while Stanford …

5 months, 1 week ago

Miami Aims to Stay Unbeaten, Reclaim Schnellenberger Trophy in ACC Showdown at Louisville

Associated Press

No. 6 Miami aims to stay unbeaten, reclaim Schnellenberger Trophy in ACC showdown at Louisville. The Hurricanes, fresh off a bye, seek a first-place finish against a Louisville team looking to bounce back from a two-game slide. The key matchup revolves around Miami's top-ranked offense facing Louisville's tackling struggles. Miami leads the nation in total offense per game and points, …

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