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Comparing Jimmy Greenbeans, Tajh Boyd and J.T. Barrett

SCOTTSDALE, AZ – Clemson’s defensive star and defensive coordinator Brent Venables met with the media Tuesday morning ahead of Saturday’s Fiesta Bowl matchup against No. 3 Ohio State.

The biggest topic of conversation?

Preparing for the run-pass option offense that Buckeye quarterback J.T. Barrett brings to the table and ol’ Jimmy Greenbeans being replaced by former Clemson quarterback Tajh Boyd.

While Venables- aka Jimmy Greenbeans – has played the role of scout team quarterback for much of the season, he turned the reigns over to Boyd last week to give the Tigers’ defense a little better look at what they’ll be facing Saturday night.