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Halftime analysis: Clemson in close battle with Virginia

CLEMSON - Dabo Swinney and Tony Elliott exchanged pleasantries at midfield.

Once the cannon on the hill fired off, it was strictly business.

Clemson and Virginia traded blows in the first half, but the Tigers entered the locker room with a 17-10 lead.

Here’s what we have witnessed entering the half.

Player of the half: When the Clemson offense needed magic, Phil Mafah was able to cast a spell or two.

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The second quarter became the senior running back’s show, with Mafah pulling several tricks out of his hat to keep Clemson from slipping away.