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CLEMSON -When head coach Dabo Swinney started his search for a new defensive coordinator, he researched to ensure the Tigers hired the right person.
It did not take long for Tom Allen’s name to come up. His defense with Penn State was one of the best in the country. They ranked seventh in total defense and only allowed 101.8 rushing yards per game.
Improving defense against the run game will be critical for Clemson, which allowed an average of 160.6 rushing yards per game last season. Their problems against the run were on full display in the first round of the playoffs, as Texas scored 292 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns on the Tigers.