Clemson running back Phil Mafah is battling a minor shoulder injury, raising questions about his availability and effectiveness for the College Football Playoff opener against Texas.
Clemson running back Phil Mafah is dealing with a minor shoulder injury, and it’s uncertain if he’ll be at full strength for this week’s College Football Playoff opener against Texas . Head Coach Dabo Swinney acknowledged that Mafah isn’t at 100 percent and will require postseason surgery regardless. Swinney also highlighted the importance of managing Mafah’s workload while acknowledging the need to use depth at the running back position.
Mafah was limited to 13 rushes for 28 yards in the ACC Championship Game. If Mafah is unable to play, Clemson will likely turn to Jay Haynes to lead the rushing attack. Haynes has 43 carries for 295 yards and 3 touchdowns this season. Mafah has 214 carries for 1,106 yards with 8 touchdowns this season, averaging 5.2 yards per carry, and adding 19 receptions with 88 more yards in the air
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