Clemson has thrived with a chip on its shoulder, playing the underdog card, the disrespect card and pretty much any Rodney Dangerfield card whenever it could.
At times, those cards deserved to be played -- most especially in the College Football Playoff semifinal, when the undefeated, top-ranked Tigers were not the favorites to win. Before the game, linebacker Ben Boulware said, “We have been doubted in every game. When we are not doubted, it is surprising to us.”
After an impressive 37-17 triumph over Oklahoma, coach Dabo Swinney said, “It's amazing to me .