Clemson Florida State Remain Top ACC Nonconference Rivalry Spotlight
Clemson and Florida State sit at No. 16 and 25 in early committee rankings with the ACC showing two top 25 teams. Clemson coach Dabo Swinney dismisses early polls as irrelevant while vowing a Dec 6 poll party if the Tigers reach the final four.
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Clemson Sees Calvin Cook Return as Florida State Star
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney recalls the recruiter’s defection as Calvin Cook, now Florida State's standout tailback, prepares to face the Tigers at Memorial Stadium. Cook leads the ACC in rushing with 1,037 yards while Clemson leans on Wayne Gallman to ground foes.
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Florida State at Clemson a top ACC showdown in Clemson
No. 17 Florida State visits No. 3 Clemson in a 3:30 p.m. Saturday contest at Memorial Stadium. Clemson coach Dabo Swinney and co-offensive coordinator Jeff Scott express optimism that Artavis Scott will return as punt returner after an ankle bruise kept him out for part of the last game.
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Gamecocks add tempo with Nunez scoring on debut
USC uses backup Lorenzo Nunez for one play a 7 yard rushing score and coach Elliott promises more change of pace wrinkles. He says Diversification could have helped in past but remains confident for an SEC win as Tennessee defense looms.
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Richt urges focus as Georgia faces rising pressure after losses
Georgia coach Mark Richt told players to ignore job security questions, calling criticism noise as the 5-3 Bulldogs struggle in SEC play. After lopsided losses to Alabama and Florida and a 9-6 win over Missouri, Richt weighs quarterback options and potential line changes while aiming to rebound against Kentucky.
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Richt Faces Pressure as Georgia Seeks Turnaround After Slump
Georgia coach Mark Richt endures criticism after a 5 3 season and a stretch of losses. Players say Richt remains calm as the team aims to rebound against Kentucky and upcoming SEC foes. Richt asks for continued fan support for the players amid the scrutiny.
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