Injury Report for Clemson vs. North Carolina State

Injury Report for Clemson vs. North Carolina State 2024 Football Game
Clemson Tigers


    •    Kobe McCloud (LB): Suffered a season-ending injury against Appalachian State on September 7. His absence leaves a significant gap in Clemson’s linebacker corps. Sammy Brown, who has stepped up in McCloud’s place, said, “I feel this comes with great responsibility to fill his shoes”.
    •    Peter Woods (DT): Listed as day-to-day after a chop block injury. Coach Dabo Swinney mentioned, “Every day that ends in ‘Y,’ he’s day-to-day” . Woods’ presence is crucial for Clemson’s defensive line.
North Carolina State Wolfpack
    •    Grayson McCall (QB): Out for the game due to an undisclosed injury. Freshman CJ Bailey will start in his place . Coach Dave Doeren expressed confidence in Bailey, stating, “CJ is going to run the show until Grayson is healthy.
I’m excited to see what CJ can do”.


Aydan White (DB) and Brandon Cisse (DB): Both are listed as day-to-day but are expected to play
. Their availability will be key for NC State’s secondary against Clemson’s passing attack.

Impact on the Game
Clemson

: The potential absence of Peter Woods could weaken Clemson’s defensive front, making it easier for NC State to establish their running game. However, Clemson’s offense, led by quarterback Cade Klubnik, remains strong.

    
NC State
: The loss of Grayson McCall is significant, as it places a lot of pressure on the inexperienced CJ Bailey. The performance of the defensive backs, White and Cisse, will be critical in containing Clemson’s receivers.

Quotes from Coaches and Players
Dabo Swinney (Clemson Head Coach)
: “It’s all about getting to Charlotte.We can’t waste an opportunity”    •    
Dave Doeren (NC State Head Coach): “We have a lot of players that have played well against Clemson”


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