Dabo Swinney has won over the doubters. And has confirmed his rightful spot as one of the nation’s best coaches. Consider that Clemson is coming off back to back playoff seasons. And a 2016 national championship. Consequently, they are a perennial college football betting odds favorite. As a matter of fact, Swinney’s Tigers are expected to again make the playoff. Recruiting is the lifeblood of any championship program. A distinct ability to attract great players sets Swinney apart. And has made Clemson one of America’s elite programs. Yet again the Tigers are picked to win the ACC.
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Date and Time: Season opens September 1, 2018
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College Football Betting Online Odds at SBG: Clemson Tigers +640 to win the National Championship
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Learning from Mistakes
Certainly, last year’s 24-6 playoff loss to Alabama was painful. And yet it may be the best thing that could have happened to Clemson. Balanced against that loss with the college football betting odds is new motivation. Moreover, the Tigers fully realize that nothing can be taken for granted. What’s more a sense of inevitability is an unaffordable luxury. Swinney’s team is determined to get back on track. To show the nation that they belong in the same breath with the best. Alabama dominated the Tigers. Equally important the Crimson Tide exposed Clemson’s weaknesses.
Kelly Bryant
Downfield passing was not at a championship level for the Tigers last year. Kelly Bryant proved to be a nimble quarterback. Specifically, his running ability proved to be a Sportsbook online asset last year. However, offsetting that was Bryant’s inconsistent deep passing. Arriving to challenge for the starting QB spot is Trevor Lawrence. Especially attractive is Lawrence’s ability to hit the bomb. Overall the ability to go deep was Clemson’s weakness in 2017. In particular Alabama didn’t honor the long pass. Consequently, they bunched up against the run. And choked off the entire Tigers offense.
Wide Receiver U
Under Swinney Clemson has become known as “Wide Receiver U.” Encompassing that potential is junior Diondre Overton. Additionally, sophomore Tee Higgins is expected to have a breakout season. Amari Rodgers and Derion Kenrick add to the high expectations of the receiving corps. Another positive is the offensive line. In particular this is where Swinney’s dominant recruiting shows dividends.
Defensive Power
Above all Clemson will boast a ferocious defense for 2018. As a matter of fact, the defensive line is considered NFL quality. Eventually Christian Wilkins, Clelin Ferrell and Austin Bryant will play on Sundays. In view of that they lead perhaps the top defensive front in college football. Equally important is a powerful linebacking corps. Kendall Joseph and Tre Lamar anchor a nasty unit. On the other hand, secondary depth may be the one worry. Regardless the Clemson defense is clearly of championship mettle.
Matchup to Watch
Clemson will be the most talented team against anyone they face. Thus, they will be consistently favored with the college football betting odds. Extending that is Trevor Lawrence. Should he win the starting QB job the offense will be transformed. As mentioned earlier all that was missing last year was the deep threat. Accordingly, Lawrence should add that element to balance the attack.
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With a deep roster and dominant defense 12 wins is a reasonable expectation.
College Football Betting Online Pick: Clemson Tigers to win 12 games.
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