It is no secret No. 10 Clemson graduated a lot of talent from the defensive unit that ended the 2014 season as the best in the nation. Because of that, many untested, yet talented athletes have had the opportunity to step up to take on larger roles this season. One of those athletes is cornerback Ryan Carter.
With Garry Peters and Martin Jenkins gone, Clemson needed to find a player to cover the corner on the opposite side of Mackensie Alexander. Throughout spring practice and fall camp, the remaining talent competed hard to claim the spot. Cordrea Tankersly ultimately won the starting role, but Carter has been given opportunities show how far he has come in all three games so far this season in the nickel back role.