Though some of the younger fans might not remember, or even know it, but Clemson is known more for its great defenses over the years than anything it has done on offense.
On nearly every one of Clemson’s greatest teams, it was its defense that carried the squad.
The Clemson Insider went through its archives to find the best defensive football teams in Clemson history.
What are the criteria for the 10 best defenses in Clemson history? Obviously, yards and points allowed per game will stand out as will playmakers and rushing yards allowed per game and per rush.