CLEMSON – There are some in the media who think that Clemson’s linebacker group might be the weak link on the defense, and others might think that depth will be an issue this season after the transfer of senior Shaq Smith. The only vote that counts, however, belongs to defensive coordinator Brent Venables.
For the record, Venables really likes this group. A lot.
"I mean, I really like the group. I think it'll be undervalued," Venables said. "I think they put a depth chart out that's not really accurate right now. For whatever reason, it's not.