{
  "id": 16964678,
  "title": "ESPN’s Greg McElroy makes prediction for Clemson’s cut oral FSU matchup",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/espns-greg-mcelroy-makes-prediction-for-clemsons-cut-oral-fsu-matchup",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-28T22:06:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/espn-greg-mcelroy-makes-prediction-220612033.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "ESPN analyst Greg McElroy has predicted a 26-22 victory for Florida State over Clemson in their upcoming matchup on Saturday. The Tigers are seen as six-point underdogs in the game at Doak Campbell Stadium. McElroy believes that Clemson will struggle to convert possessions into touchdowns as Hauser has made 18 field goals, tied for the most in the FBS, and the Tigers' red zone trips have only resulted in touchdowns 39% of the time. Clemson's short passing game could exploit Florida State's defense, especially if they can overcome their sack issues. The Seminoles have allowed 18 sacks, while the Tigers have recorded 20. Both offenses face difficult matchups up front, which could be pivotal in determining the outcome of the game. McElroy acknowledges that Clemson may kick their way into the game, and Hauser might even score the game-winning field goal, but the crucial question remains: can Clemson finish in the end zone? The Tigers (4-3, 2-2 ACC) will face the Seminoles (3-4, 1-3) in a crucial matchup on Saturday at 7 p.m. on ACC Network.",
  "summary": "ESPN analyst Greg McElroy makes his pick for a Clemson’s must win matchup against Florida State.",
  "key_points": [
    "Florida State favored 26-22 over Clemson",
    "Clemson 6-point underdogs at Doak Campbell Stadium",
    "Clemson's red zone conversion rate at 39%"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}