Is Clemson's 'best game' good enough? Tigers will find out in remainder of 2026.
Oct. 18—CLEMSON — Is Clemson's best good enough? The Tigers took down Charleston Southern 37-0 on Oct. 17 in the widest margin of victory for coach Dabo Swinney's 4-2 (2-1 ACC) squad this season. They shut out their opponent for the first time since 2021. That, plus three touchdowns from the offense and a fourth by the special teams unit, amounts to Clemson's most complete game in 2026. ...
Clemson's wide 37-0 victory over Charleston Southern on October 17 marks the Tigers' most complete game of the 2026 season. Head coach Dabo Swinney called it "his team's best game" and noted they dominated from start to finish. Freshman quarterback Tait Reynolds threw for no touchdowns or a season-high in yards, but Swinney praised his decision-making and poise.
Special teams played a crucial role in the shutout, forcing two turnovers and scoring a touchdown. Defensive tackle Vic Burley had his best game yet, picking up a sack in the fourth quarter. Clemson's special teams coach, Rich Bisaccia, received praise for revitalizing the unit. Freshman running back T.J. Moore struggled, with two dropped passes, but Swinney believes he'll bounce back.
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