When it comes to playing middle linebacker and having experience, few have it better than Clemson. James Skalski returns for his sixth and final season with the Tigers after the “Super Senior” decided to return to school one more year. Last year, the NCAA granted fall sports student-athletes an extra year of eligibility due to the pandemic.
Skalski has already played in 56 games during his Clemson career, including 25 starts. He has started 23 games in the last two seasons. That’s experience few teams have, especially at a position like middle linebacker.
Though Skalski is the quarterback of the defense and will be expected to do a lot once again, defensive coordinator Brent Venables knows he has to get the other guys ready for when Skalski’s college career is over.