FSU football: Top 5 keys to Noles defeating Clemson Tigers

No Turnovers

I think this area has been the biggest factor in the improvement of the team as a whole. When FSU’s offense doesn’t turn the ball over, they usually score points.

It’s also a huge boost to the defense, as it provides adequate rest, and they don’t have to defend short fields. Remember me harping about how the offense needed to score points to give the defense confidence?

Mike Norvell calls it complimentary football, but it’s something we’ve seen a lot more of dating back to the North Carolina game.

The FSU offense hasn’t turned the ball over since the interception against Syracuse when Camren McDonald missed a block on a screen pass.

Guess what?

They won every game in that stretch.

They can’t afford to turn the ball over against Clemson. The possession will be limited, and they can’t allow the Clemson offense to find confidence on a short field.

Ball security, communication, and good decision-making will be at a premium Saturday afternoon in front of one of the loudest crowds they’ll see all year.

If they can avoid turnovers or stay even, they’ll have a good chance of pulling off the upset.