Clemson vs Alabama: Top 3 Reasons Clemson Beats The Tide

By Kelvin Hunt | Jan 9, 2017

Dec 31, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) celebrates a touchdown over Ohio State during the fourth quarter during the 2016 CFP semifinal at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher/The Arizona Republic via USA TODAY Sports /

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Jan 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney congratulates Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban following the 45-40 victory in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /

Conclusion

There’s no doubt Alabama is a talented team, but they have not faced a team like Clemson all season. Alabama hasn’t faced a quarterback like Deshaun Watson all season either.

The Tigers offense averaged 6.47 yards per play the last time these two teams matched up. That was without star receiver Mike Williams who will play in the NFL.

The difference in last year’s game was Alabama’s ability to run AND pass the ball. Former FSU quarterback Jacob Coker threw for 335 yards and two touchdowns against them last year.

That will not have that dimension on Monday night. The only concern is Watson’s penchant to turn the ball over this season. Alabama’s offensive inefficiencies have been covered by their ability to score on special teams and defense.

If the Tigers doesn’t turn the ball over. I think they could win big against Alabama.

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