25 1/2 point underdogs and we lose by 4. Defense played very well and offense was just okay. Hopefully the team does not get down and comes out against Pitt firing on all cylinders. Next 2 games should be wins unless the team does not play well.
With Pierce out, we went 5 wide quite a bit, especially on 3rd down. One thing I noticed is that when Clemson would show blitz off the edge, we didn't seem to change. Everyone is in single coverage, you have to take a shot on those. Worst case it's an INT, which is the same as a punt. Best case you beat your guy and either catch the ball or draw PI/holding.
There's no one to help protect, so the blitzes were getting right in. Have to recognize that.
If your WRs can't create consistent separation why would their secondary have to respect them? You're not going to "give them looks/reps" if they can't get open. That's how you turn the ball over.Agree, we didnt throw the ball over 20 yards more than 3 times. Clemsons secondary didn't have to respect our wrs. Wrs who are at a disadvantage and trying to find their way. We need to get them some looks and reps. Reps that we have set up with previous plays.
If your WRs can't create consistent separation why would their secondary have to respect them? You're not going to "give them looks/reps" if they can't get open. That's how you turn the ball over.