"But it's on him to fix the Tigers, and that could mean a coordinator change, a deeper dive into the transfer portal or both. Following the home loss to Syracuse, Swinney lamented multiple times that Clemson can't seem to put it all together. Why? This is a team that returned more production than any other in the FBS -- from a season that included an ACC title and CFP appearance."
"Clemson's red zone touchdown percentage over the past three seasons is No. 92 in the FBS (ranked third under previous OC Tony Elliott). The Tigers average less than one 50-yard play every two games under Riley; they averaged nearly one per game in seven seasons under Elliott. The Tigers are No. 33 in offensive efficiency over the past three seasons; they were fourth in the FBS with Elliott on staff."
Clemson is 1-3 and experiencing its worst start under Dabo Swinney, with offensive struggles concentrated under coordinator Garrett Riley. Key offensive metrics have declined: red-zone touchdown rate, explosive 50-yard plays, and overall offensive efficiency lag behind the Tony Elliott era. Potential remedies include replacing a coordinator, pursuing the transfer portal, or both. Missouri and Texas Tech have built early momentum and must sustain it into conference play while seeking signature wins to enter College Football Playoff conversations. Ole Miss has an unexpected backup quarterback emergence that could force a future decision about the starting QB.
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