Team Overview
Clemson Tigers:
- Record: 4-1 (3-0 ACC)
- Rank: No. 10 in the AP Poll
- Head Coach: Dabo Swinney
- Key Player: QB Cade Klubnik (1,219 yards, 14 TDs, 2 INTs)
Wake Forest Demon Deacons:
- Record: 2-3 (1-1 ACC)
- Head Coach: Dave Clawson
- Key Player: QB Hank Bachmeier (1,313 yards, 7 TDs, 2 INTs)
Offense vs. Defense
Clemson Offense:
- Points per Game: 42.0 (14th in FBS)
- Total Offense: 457.0 yards per game
- Rushing: 179.3 yards per game
- Passing: 277.8 yards per game
Clemson Defense:
- Points Allowed per Game: 25.8 (82nd in FBS)
- Total Defense: 401.8 yards per game
- Rushing Defense: 733 yards allowed
- Passing Defense: 814 yards allowed
Wake Forest Offense:
- Points per Game: 30.6 (59th in FBS)
- Total Offense: 401.8 yards per game
- Rushing: 183.3 yards per game
- Passing: 218.5 yards per game
Wake Forest Defense:
- Points Allowed per Game: 31.0 (105th in FBS)
- Total Defense: 457.0 yards per game
- Rushing Defense: 769 yards allowed
- Passing Defense: 874 yards allowed
Special Team
Clemson Special Teams:
- Kick Return Average: 20.0 yards
- Punt Return Average: 9.6 yards
- Field Goal Percentage: 85%
Wake Forest Special Teams:
- Kick Return Average: 18.8 yards
- Punt Return Average: 7.0 yards
- Field Goal Percentage: 80%
Quotes from Coaches, Players, and Analysts
Dabo Swinney (Clemson Head Coach): “We’re excited to continue our undefeated run in ACC play, but we know Wake Forest will be a tough opponent. We need to focus on our defense and limit their big plays.”
Dave Clawson (Wake Forest Head Coach): “Our team has shown resilience, especially with our win against NC State. We’re looking to end our 15-game losing streak against Clemson and make a statement in the ACC.”
Cade Klubnik (Clemson QB): “Our offense has been clicking, and we’re confident going into this game. We need to keep executing and playing our game.”
Hank Bachmeier (Wake Forest QB): “We’ve had some close games, and we’re looking to turn things around. We need to play a complete game and limit mistakes.”
Ed Scimia (National Analyst): “This game could be a high-scoring affair given both teams’ offensive capabilities. Clemson’s defense will need to step up, and Wake Forest will need to capitalize on any mistakes.”
