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Clemson finally appears to understand how this team needs to win football games. Run Gideon Davidson, use Tait Reynolds’ legs, stay ahead of the chains, rely on the defense, and avoid putting too much on a freshman quarterback.Now Miami gets a chance to attack that formula directly.Morgan Thomas breaks down why Clemson’s improving offensive line faces its biggest test yet, what Elyjah Thurmon’s probable return means up front, and whether the progress against Cal was real or simply matchup-dependent.Then, we look at the red-zone equation Clemson has to win. The Tigers need their defense to force Miami into field goals while their own offense finally converts scoring opportunities into touchdowns.Finally, what happens if Miami takes away Gideon Davidson and forces Tait Reynolds to throw? Tyler Brown, Bryant Wesco Jr. and T.J. Moore could become critical if Chad Morris can create easy answers and punish Miami for loading the box.Clemson doesn’t need to become a different offense Saturday night. It needs to prove Miami can’t force it to become one. Pasted text 0:00 Clemson vs. Miami: What’s Actually Real?2:10 Clemson’s Offensive Line Faces Its Real Test12:57 Why the Red Zone Could Decide the Game22:10 Miami Is Going to Make Tait Reynolds Prove It Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clemson may finally have a believable upset formula against Miami. Morgan Thomas explains why bad weather could actually help the Tigers by shrinking Miami’s biggest offensive advantages and turning Saturday night into the kind of low-possession, physical game Clemson needs. The matchup to watch may not be Tait Reynolds versus Darian Mensah. It could be Clemson’s defensive front against Miami’s new and unsettled offensive line, especially on first down. If Clemson can force second-and-long and third-and-long situations, Tom Allen can start creating pressure and make Miami work for every possession. The biggest challenge may come if Clemson actually gets the game it wants. If the Tigers are within one score in the second half, Chad Morris cannot abandon the run-heavy, field-position approach and suddenly ask Reynolds to match Mensah throw-for-throw. If it gets ugly, Clemson needs to embrace ugly. The Tigers may not be the better team, but they have a path to make Miami’s talent advantage matter less. 0:00 Why Rain Could Help Clemson6:20 How Clemson Can Make Miami Uncomfortable14:11 Clemson D-Line vs. Miami’s Offensive Line18:02 The First-Down Battle That Could Decide It23:06 Clemson Must Embrace Ugly Football25:00 Don’t Abandon the Game Plan30:13 Clemson’s Upset Path and Prediction Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ACC football faces a new level of disrespect as undefeated programs Pitt and Virginia Tech prepare for a historic matchup—yet neither ranks in the AP Top 25. Is national bias holding the ACC back, or are preseason expectations overshadowing on-field results? Miami, Clemson, and Wake Forest all find themselves battling for respect, despite impressive coaching and standout performances from names like Darian Mensah, Tait Reynolds, and Gio Lopez. The ACC Squad breaks down top storylines, including Miami vs. Clemson’s quarterback duel, Florida State’s must-win against Virginia, and how ACC coaches like Wake Forest’s Dave Clawson are overachieving with limited resources. Key conversations focus on strategic matchups in the trenches, quarterback development, and how rankings politics influence postseason hopes. Which ACC squad will silence the doubters and which program faces a season-defining weekend? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Miami presents the biggest test yet for Clemson’s new run-first offensive identity. The Tigers have found success leaning on Gideon Davidson, Tait Reynolds’ legs and spread formations, but Miami enters the matchup allowing just 158 rushing yards through four games. If the Hurricanes take away Clemson’s ground game, can Reynolds make enough throws to win? Morgan Thomas breaks down why Clemson cannot simply ask its true freshman quarterback to throw 35 or 40 times, how Chad Morris can use Reynolds as part of the running game, and why a handful of critical throws could determine the game. Plus, if Reynolds struggles, how much responsibility belongs on him and how much falls on Clemson’s offseason quarterback-room decisions? And finally, what would a Clemson win actually prove? A defensive, special-teams-driven victory would be huge, but real offensive progress against Miami could mean Chad Morris has finally found a formula Clemson can build around for the rest of 2026. 0:00 Miami Forces the Tait Reynolds Question1:10 Clemson’s Offense vs. Miami’s Run Defense12:54 Who’s to Blame if Tait Reynolds Struggles?22:03 What Would a Clemson Win Actually Prove? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Miami is about to test everything Clemson thinks it fixed. Morgan Thomas previews Clemson vs. Miami by breaking down why Darian Mensah, Malachi Toney and Mark Fletcher Jr. present a completely different challenge than what Clemson faced against Cal. The Hurricanes also have several under-the-radar players who could change the game. Cooper Barkate already has chemistry with Mensah, while Marquise Lightfoot could create major problems for a Clemson offense built around staying ahead of the chains and feeding Gideon Davidson. Then the focus turns back to Clemson. Tait Reynolds cannot afford another 108-yard passing performance if Miami takes away the run. Bryant Wesco Jr. needs to finally become the explosive receiving weapon Clemson expected, and Will Heldt must help Clemson generate pressure without forcing Tom Allen to constantly blitz. Cal showed Clemson how it wants to win. Miami will tell us whether that formula actually works against a much better opponent. 0:00 Miami Will Test Everything Clemson Fixed4:02 Darian Mensah, Malachi Toney & Mark Fletcher Jr.12:22 Miami’s Hidden Threats14:37 Why Marquise Lightfoot Could Change the Game20:25 Clemson Players Who Must Step Up23:51 Bryant Wesco Jr. Needs a Breakout Game27:05 Can Clemson Pressure Mensah With Four? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel. Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tait Reynolds has made Clemson’s offense better, but has he done enough to prove he should be the Tigers’ long-term answer at quarterback? Morgan Thomas breaks down what he likes about Reynolds, including his athleticism, toughness, pocket movement and ability to keep his eyes downfield when plays break down. But the passing production remains a major question. Reynolds has just one passing touchdown through 83 attempts, and inconsistent accuracy continues to show up on throws that should become routine. The bigger question is what Clemson does next. If the Tigers find a way to win seven or eight games behind Gideon Davidson, strong defense and Reynolds’ running ability, should Dabo Swinney simply hand the quarterback job back to Reynolds next season? Morgan explains why Clemson should continue developing Tait while still bringing legitimate competition into the quarterback room, including through the transfer portal if an upgrade is available. The question going forward is simple: Is Clemson winning because of Tait Reynolds, or winning with Tait Reynolds? 0:00 Tait Reynolds: Traits vs. Production6:25 The Accuracy Problem14:13 One TD in 83 Attempts19:28 Can Tait Win Through the Air?23:57 Should Clemson Keep the QB Competition Open?28:48 Why Clemson Must Keep Recruiting Quarterbacks Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel. Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clemson beat Cal 24-10, and the biggest takeaway may be that the Tigers finally understand how they need to win football games.Morgan Thomas breaks down Clemson’s 255-yard rushing performance, Gideon Davidson’s 159-yard, two-touchdown night, and the role Tait Reynolds plays in Clemson’s new run-first approach.The defense may have been even more impressive. Clemson held Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele to just 119 passing yards, intercepted him twice, and did not allow an offensive touchdown. Bryant Wesco Jr. also delivered the game-changing 65-yard punt-return touchdown.But there are still questions at quarterback. Tait Reynolds has traits worth developing, especially his athleticism and ability to keep his eyes downfield, but his accuracy remains inconsistent and it is too early to call him Clemson’s long-term answer.Clemson may not be fixed, but for the first time this season, the Tigers look coherent. 0:00 Clemson Finally Finds an Identity2:26 Gideon Davidson and Clemson’s New Run Game12:26 Clemson’s Defense Shuts Down Cal and JKS22:34 Tait Reynolds and Clemson’s QB Future Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod LARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel. Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.c Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clemson finally showed signs of offensive progress in its comeback win over North Carolina. Now comes the real question: can the Tigers do it again?Morgan Thomas previews Clemson’s late-night road matchup against Cal and explains why he still isn’t ready to fully trust what we saw last week.Tait Reynolds makes his second career start and first on the road, while Cal brings the more experienced quarterback in Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele. Clemson also has to find answers for a Cal offense capable of stressing a Tigers defense that enters the game with some important injuries.Plus, what is Clemson’s clearest path to a win? Keep it simple. Feed Gideon Davidson, use Reynolds as part of the running game, stay ahead of the chains, protect the football and avoid turning this into a quarterback duel.A win doesn’t mean Clemson is “back.” But another strong offensive performance would finally give Clemson fans evidence that the improvement against North Carolina was more than one good half.Subscribe to Locked On Clemson for daily Clemson Tigers football coverage. 00:00 What Do We Actually Believe About Clemson?03:36 Did Clemson Finally Find an Offensive Identity?07:14 Can Clemson’s Improvement Travel?11:49 Why the Cal Matchup Makes Me Uncomfortable15:21 Can Clemson Pressure Sagapolutele?19:58 Clemson’s Path to Winning at Cal22:33 Keep Tait Reynolds Out of Trouble23:48 Avoid the Catastrophic Mistake27:14 What a Win Would Actually Mean Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod LARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel. Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clemson may have found an offensive formula against North Carolina. Now the Tigers have to prove it travels. Morgan Thomas breaks down what Tait Reynolds needs to show in his second career start, why Clemson must continue using his mobility, and whether Chad Morris can build on the spread concepts that finally gave the offense some life. Plus, could special teams become Clemson's advantage? Bryant Wesco Jr. remains the punt returner to watch, but Morgan explains why he wouldn't be afraid to consider another option if Clemson needs more explosiveness. Then it's the biggest concern of the night: Cal quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele. Clemson can't simply stop the run and dare this quarterback to beat them. The Tigers need pressure without becoming dependent on the blitz. UNC showed Clemson can respond. Cal can show whether Clemson finally understands how it needs to win. 00:00 Clemson's Road Test and Tait Reynolds09:19 Special Teams and Hidden Yardage21:37 Can Clemson Slow Down Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod LARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel. Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clemson’s offense finally looked different against North Carolina, but was it real progress or just one productive stretch? Morgan Thomas breaks down why Chad Morris’ biggest adjustment may have been building the offense around the players Clemson actually has. Tait Reynolds’ running ability changes the numbers, the screen game can become an extension of the run game, and spreading defenses out can make life easier for an offensive line that still has major questions. Plus, Clemson still needs to settle its offensive line rotation with Grant Wise, Easton Ware, Ronan O’Connell and Collin Sadler competing for snaps. The biggest question now is simple: can Clemson reproduce this offensive identity against Cal? 00:00 Clemson Finally Changes Its Offensive Approach06:20 Why Chad Morris’ Adjustment Matters08:10 Clemson Still Has an Offensive Line Problem13:32 Why Clemson Needs the Screen Game14:16 Making Screens Part of the Run Game20:17 Building the Offense Around Tait Reynolds23:27 Clemson Needs to Settle the Offensive Line28:02 Can Clemson Repeat This Against Cal? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod LARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel. Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clemson’s offensive line finally gave us something worth believing in against North Carolina. Morgan Thomas breaks down what Eric Mac Lain’s film review revealed about Clemson’s improvement up front, including better movement at the line of scrimmage, cleaner combination blocks, improved communication and why the second-half performance was more than Chad Morris simply scheming around a struggling offensive line. Gideon Davidson finished with 105 rushing yards, but the most encouraging part may have been the consistency behind the explosive plays. Tait Reynolds also continues to change the numbers for defenses with his ability to become an additional runner. Now Clemson has to prove it can reproduce that performance against Cal. UNC showed progress. Cal is the confirmation game. 00:00 Clemson’s Offensive Line Finally Shows Progress12:37 Why Gideon Davidson’s 105 Yards Matter23:54 Cal Is Clemson’s Confirmation Test Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod LARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel. Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clemson finally showed something offensively against North Carolina that might actually be sustainable. Morgan Thomas breaks down how Tait Reynolds’ mobility, empty formations and four-wide sets changed the numbers for Clemson’s offense and helped take pressure off an offensive line that is still a major concern. Plus, Gideon Davidson rushed for 105 yards, Clemson finally showed complementary football after the lengthy lightning delay, and the Tigers responded to adversity instead of letting the game unravel. But Clemson is far from fixed. North Carolina still rushed for 214 yards, protection problems remain, and opposing defenses will now have tape on what worked. The question going forward is simple: Did Clemson finally find its offensive identity, or was this just one good afternoon? 00:00 Clemson Finally Finds Something on Offense04:29 Why Tait Reynolds Changes the Math07:37 Clemson Didn't Fix the Offensive Line13:05 Did the Lightning Delay Change the Game?17:00 Clemson Finally Responds to Adversity23:53 Clemson Is Better, But Not Back26:14 The Offensive Identity Clemson Should Keep28:00 What Happens When Defenses Adjust? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod LARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel. Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clemson’s offensive line has become one of the biggest questions surrounding the Tigers as North Carolina comes to Death Valley. After allowing 11 tackles for loss against Georgia Southern, Morgan Thomas explains why Clemson’s problems can no longer be dismissed as a few missed assignments or early-season execution mistakes. How much of this traces back to Clemson’s decision to trust internal development after losing massive experience along the offensive line? Can Chad Morris adjust his offense to protect a struggling group? And can Tait Reynolds provide something different in his first start? North Carolina becomes an important test, not because Clemson needs to prove it is suddenly a contender, but because this staff needs to prove it can identify an obvious problem and actually correct it. Bad execution that persists becomes bad development. 00:00 Clemson’s Offensive Line Problem06:11 Why “Execution” Doesn’t Explain Everything10:08 Clemson Bet on Development17:10 How Chad Morris Can Help the Offensive Line22:02 What Clemson Must Show Against North Carolina23:45 What Tait Reynolds Can Add26:14 Can Clemson Actually Fix This? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. Omaha SteaksShop proteins you can trust at https://www.Omaha Steaks.com. And right now, get 2 pounds of premium ground beef FREE with orders over $129 using code COLLEGE at checkout. Terms apply. See site for details. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.Protect yourself now. WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life. Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod LARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelMake this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ACC football heats up as Duke Blue Devils and Wake Forest Demon Deacons grab eye-catching wins, igniting early playoff buzz. JJ Jackson spotlights Duke’s gritty road victory led by Walker Eget and Nate Shepherd, while Wake Forest's overtime thriller against Purdue shows Gio Lopez’s stock rising fast. Can Miami Hurricanes and Louisville Cardinals keep pace in the ACC title race, or are upsets brewing with SMU and Virginia poised as major threats? The ACC Squad delivers blunt takes on underperforming rushing attacks, offensive line struggles at Georgia Tech, and looming coaching shakeups. Major storylines include Miami’s Friday night showdown at Wake Forest, Florida State’s looming clash with Alabama, and Virginia’s formidable schedule behind Tony Elliott’s leadership. With Heisman buzz for Darian Mensah and ACC playoff odds dissected, find out which teams could break out—or fall apart—as the conference season hits full speed. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. Omaha SteaksShop proteins you can trust at https://www.Omaha Steaks.com. And right now, get 2 pounds of premium ground beef FREE with orders over $129 using code COLLEGE at checkout. Terms apply. See site for details. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.Protect yourself now. WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life. Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod LARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelMake this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dabo Swinney says Clemson’s offense is a lot closer than people think, but after two games, I’m not convinced this is simply an execution and precision problem. There is a difference between blocking the wrong player and blocking the right player and still getting beat. Clemson is dealing with both. Morgan Thomas breaks down why the inexperienced offensive line and quarterback situation point toward bigger roster construction problems, why Chad Morris must change the offense for Tait Reynolds, and what Clemson actually needs to do to beat North Carolina. Can Clemson protect Reynolds, stay out of third-and-long, get T.J. Moore and Bryant Wesco Jr. involved and finally turn scoring opportunities into touchdowns? That may determine whether Clemson can stabilize its season against UNC. 00:00 Clemson’s Problems Go Beyond Execution03:27 Why Clemson’s QB Plan Failed05:51 The Roster Management Problem08:00 Why I Don’t Buy Dabo’s “Close” Argument12:18 How Chad Morris Must Adjust for Tait Reynolds15:19 Why Tait Gives Clemson a Better Chance Right Now17:32 Clemson Has to Protect Its Offensive Line22:17 The Blueprint to Beat North Carolina24:50 Field Goals Cannot Be Clemson’s Offense26:17 What Clemson Actually Needs From Tait Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. Omaha SteaksShop proteins you can trust at https://www.Omaha Steaks.com. And right now, get 2 pounds of premium ground beef FREE with orders over $129 using code COLLEGE at checkout. Terms apply. See site for details. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.Protect yourself now. WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life. Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod LARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. 5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelMake this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.