Clemson defensive coordinator Brent Venables is known around the college football world as one of its brightest minds.
His defenses ranked in the top 10 nationally in total defense each of the last six seasons, including a sixth-place finish in 2019. The Tigers’ success has a lot to do with Venables unique schemes to stress opposing offenses.
Linebacker Mike Jones feels more comfortable in the system than ever before, which has helped him mature as a leader to younger players during fall camp.
“I would say that understanding came more this spring, I always thought I was a knowledgeable guy, but after two years I really started to understand this,” the redshirt sophomore said.