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Could a 24-team College Football Playoff change the sport forever? On Clemson Sports Talk, Lawton Swann debates the future of bowl games, whether Miami could thrive as an independent, and which other programs could follow suit. Plus, Clemson prepares for Virginia Tech, South Carolina looks to upset Tennessee, and former Clemson SID Tim Bourret joins the show. We also break down the biggest national college football matchups and the controversy surrounding former Titans defensive lineman Jordan Elliott.

Could another wild weekend of college football be on the way? Swanny looks at three intriguing matchups where the favorites might have more to worry about than expected. Miami faces a potential trap against Pitt, Texas tries to avoid a third straight loss against Ole Miss, and Indiana heads to Michigan with plenty to prove. #CollegeFootball #ClemsonSportsTalk #CFB

Swanny isn't holding back after another frustrating run-in with Facebook. Plus, Clemson's path through the ACC is getting complicated, and Dabo Swinney has plenty to say about the Tigers' direction heading into Virginia Tech. Plus, South Carolina looks to build on its momentum against Tennessee, the SEC continues to deliver surprises, and pressure is mounting on some of college football's biggest names.

College football delivered a wild weekend of upsets, but Clemson’s 37-0 shutout of Charleston Southern still left plenty of questions. Swanny breaks down the Tigers’ offensive struggles, defensive dominance, and what needs to improve before Virginia Tech. Plus, William Qualkinbush joins the show to discuss Clemson’s passing game, the growing unpredictability of college football, and the debate over playoff expansion. Swanny also explores whether NIL and recruiting expectations are changing the game. #Clemson #ClemsonFootball #CollegeFootball #ClemsonSportsTalk

Swanny breaks down a loaded college football weekend, including Clemson’s matchup with Charleston Southern, Ohio State vs. Indiana, and the biggest games across the country. Plus, he explores whether Eli Drinkwitz is getting more out of Missouri than almost anyone else in college football—and the surprising NIL advantage helping the Tigers. Jamie Bradford joins the show to discuss South Carolina’s big win over Florida, LaNorris Sellers, and Shane Beamer’s future. Plus, growing pressure on Texas A&M’s Mike Elko and the debate over College Football Playoff expansion. #Clemson #ClemsonFootball #CollegeFootball #ClemsonSportsTalk

Is Clemson closer to turning things around than fans think, or have the Tigers become just another team stuck in the middle of college football? Swanny breaks down Dabo Swinney's Tuesday press conference, the mistakes holding Clemson back, and why the growing parity across the sport has made nearly every Saturday unpredictable. With seven games remaining, the Tigers still have an opportunity to change the narrative. Plus, Swanny revisits his exclusive interview with Jay Haynes' high school coach, Larry Strain, reacts to devastating injury news for Clemson basketball's Zach Foster, and highlights Kentucky quarterback Kenny Minchey's remarkable journey. The conversation also turns to Shane Beamer's South Carolina turnaround, Clemson's coaching staff and the tough decisions that could lie ahead.

College football went completely off the rails this weekend—and Clemson might have been one of the biggest beneficiaries without even playing! Swanny recaps a chaotic Saturday featuring Brent Venables' Oklahoma Sooners stunning Texas, Georgia's controversial win over Alabama, and South Carolina snapping its losing streak against Florida. Plus, William Qualkinbush joins the conversation about Shane Beamer's victory lap, Nebraska's unbelievable struggles against ranked opponents continue, and Clemson gets some much-needed help in the ACC race. The Tigers may be 3-2, but their season is far from finished.

Swanny is a bit under the weather, so we get a "Best of the Week" edition.

Clemson enters its bye week with plenty of questions after a 3-2 start. Swanny breaks down the Tigers’ troubling offensive statistics, the impact of facing two top-10 opponents, and the season-ending injury to Corian Gibson. Plus, Jamie Bradford joins the show to discuss South Carolina’s struggles, Shane Beamer’s uncertain future, and whether the Gamecocks can afford to make a coaching change.

Clemson heads into the bye week with a chance to reset after a difficult start to the season. Swanny looks at where the Tigers stand after five games, their remaining path through the ACC and whether a run to Charlotte is still within reach. Plus, the focus turns to what Clemson must improve during the break, including concerns along the offensive line and questions surrounding the coaching staff. Swanny also looks around college football at a huge weekend ahead, including Georgia-Alabama and the growing pressure surrounding Mike Elko at Texas A&M. 🐅 Subscribe for daily Clemson and college football coverage from Clemson Sports Talk. #Clemson #ClemsonFootball #ACC #CollegeFootball

Swanny reacts to Clemson’s 41-13 loss to Miami and examines where the Tigers stand after falling to 3-2. He breaks down Clemson’s missed opportunities, the problems in the trenches and the encouraging signs from Tait Reynolds. Plus, William Qualkinbush joins the show to give his take on the Miami loss, while Swanny looks at Clemson’s path forward in the ACC and whether the Tigers can work their way back toward college football’s elite.

Swanny gets you ready for Clemson’s showdown with No. 4 Miami in Death Valley, breaking down what Tait Reynolds and the Tigers need to do to pull off the upset. Former Clemson head coach Tommy Bowden joins the show to discuss the matchup and the challenge Miami presents. Plus, Swanny looks around a loaded college football weekend and makes his Clemson-Miami prediction.

Clemson enters Saturday night with an enormous opportunity against No. 4 Miami, and Swanny asks the question hanging over the matchup: what if the Tigers actually pull it off? A win could dramatically change the conversation around Clemson, put Tait Reynolds on the map and give the Tigers new life in the ACC race. Plus, Tim Bourret joins the show to discuss Clemson and the opportunity ahead; Swanny examines the challenge Miami’s pressure presents for Reynolds, whether Clemson’s defense can slow down the Hurricanes’ explosive offense, and the latest from around college football.

Clemson is preparing for a massive challenge against Miami, and Swanny looks at whether Tom Allen’s improving defense can create enough pressure to disrupt the Hurricanes and give the Tigers a chance in Death Valley. Plus, the ACC race continues to take shape as several undefeated teams enter a pivotal weekend. Plus, Jamie Bradford joins the show to discuss the mounting pressure on Shane Beamer and South Carolina as the Gamecocks prepare for Kentucky. Swanny also remembers Dr. Bill Dufford, the longtime South Carolina educator whose influence helped shape generations of students—and whose home was where Clemson Sports Talk first began more than two decades ago.

Clemson has a massive opportunity waiting under the lights in Death Valley. Swanny looks at the Tigers’ progress over the past few weeks, the development of Tait Reynolds and Gideon Davidson, and whether Chad Morris’ offense is beginning to find the balance and identity it needs heading into a showdown with No. 4 Miami. Plus, Dabo Swinney breaks down a Hurricanes team he says has virtually no weaknesses and explains what Clemson must do to give itself a chance. Swanny also hits the growing pressure on several coaches around college football and why one win Saturday night could completely change the conversation surrounding Clemson’s season.