Despite starting nine new guys on defense in last week’s opening win over Wake Forest, Clemson’s defense did not miss a beat.
The Demon Deacons managed just 113 total yards in the first half, including just 13 rushing yards as the Tigers shut them out while building a 27-0 lead. Though Wake finished the game with 330, most of those yards came after Clemson built a 34-point lead late in the third quarter.
Clemson’s nine new starters were dominant, while also the edition of freshmen Myles Murphy and Bryan Bresee helped the defensive line control the line of scrimmage all night.