Here is a preview of the Clemson Tigers first-round matchup against the Texas Longhorns
This will be a matchup between the 12th seeded Tigers and the 5th seeded Longhorns. The 5th seeded spot was one to be desired, as the Longhorns get to play the lowest seed in the first-round, and then could play theThe Longhorns will be coming into the game with one of the best defenses in the country. They will be leaning heavily on a unit that ranked third in yards allowed per game, second in points allowed, and first in passing yards allowed.
With the battle of the Tigers’ passing attack against the Longhorns’ pass defense, this should be fun to watch, as Clemson is ranked 17th in passing yards per game. Where the Tigers might be able to find an advantage is on the ground. Phil Mafah has had a really strong season overall, but the senior back has been dealing with a shoulder injury and has been far from 100 percent.
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