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Swinney on matching Frank Howard record: "I truly have stood on the shoulders of giants"

CLEMSON - Saturday’s 17-12 win over Wake Forest marked a major milestone in the career of Dabo Swinney.

He has officially matched legendary coach Frank Howard for the most wins by a Clemson coach in the school's history with 165.

“It’s a reflection of all the great players, coaches, the support staff that we’ve had. And most of all, it’s a reflection of team, and really, really everything great that I’ve accomplished in life has come through team,” Swinney said. “I’ve certainly tried to do my part, but I truly have stood on the shoulders of giants.