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Clemson at The Voice of College Football

Clemson at The Voice of College Football

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 Welcome to Clemson at The Voice of College Football Network, your home for In-depth discussion, debate, & analysis on all things Clemson . We have you covered from offseason all the way to game day. Join us as we embark on another season!Go Tigers!For business inquiries please contact: Markrogerstv@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.The Voice of College Football Network Football (American) Politics & Government
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  • Clemson Tigers LIVE 191 / ALL IN SHOW 171

    Clemson Tigers LIVE 191 / ALL IN SHOW 171
    Apr 15 2026
    Intro & Housekeeping Sponsored by FanDuel (betting odds across MLB, college baseball, etc.).Topics previewed: Football (post-spring interviews, 2026 what-ifs, recruiting), plus a baseball/softball/basketball roundup.Shout-outs to channel members/moderators (John Sarian, Arthur, Air Mike, etc.).Casual chat about busy weeks, taxes, daughter's middle-school softball, and Clemson baseball's midweek game vs. UNC Charlotte (Clemson leading late). Football Segment 1: Post-Spring Interviews (Two Right Turns Podcast) Highlighted Gideon Davison (freshman RB in 2025) and transfer CB Elliot Washington.Key takeaway from Davison: 2025 team suffered from entitlement and complacency. Many stars didn't play like stars; mental check-outs after early adversity (LSU blowout, Troy near-upset).Confirmed hosts' in-season observations: Lack of true leadership, staff favorites reducing competition, "culture of complacency" despite preached battles.Positive note: Shift this offseason—Tom Allen's aggressive portal additions (9 on defense) injecting competition and lighting a fire under incumbents. Davison noted less entitlement in 2026 camp.Outlook for 2026: Gideon Davison expected to lead backfield (lion's share of carries); Chris Johnson Jr. as versatile complement. Elliot Washington poised for big role on secondary. Hosts encouraged by attitude but stressed need for on-field proof. Football Segment 2: 2026 What-Ifs & Season Outlook Current Vegas over/under: 7.5 wins (leans toward 7-5 or 8-4 range on paper).Consensus: Another 7-5 would be unacceptable (worse than Tommy Bowden era standards; Dabo's baseline was consistently 10+ wins in non-playoff years).Not expecting a 12-0 turnaround, but 2026 must show clear upward trajectory (better defense, offensive identity under Chad Morris, special teams improvement, no catastrophic mistakes).Key variables: Roster talent edge over most of schedule (except LSU/Miami); many "winnable" games.Chad Morris' impact on offense (run game, QB play with Chris Vizzina).Defensive back-end improvement via transfers; DL replenished but not elite.If no visible progress (especially after 2025's disappointment), "loud" conversations and pressure on staff will intensify by season's end. Bottom line: Focus less on exact win total, more on "does it look like the program is righting the ship?" Recruiting (2027 Class) Decommit: Seth Williams (3 S, Lakeside HS, Atlanta, GA; 6-2/180). Committed prematurely; wanted more visits. Clemson policy (no visits post-commit) played a role. Not catastrophic—still strong safety targets (Tayshaun Poole, Marquise Bryant, Chance Gilbert, etc.). Hosts liked his tape/ranginess but noted underselling due to program/school context. Door potentially open if he circles back.Commitment: Jaden Wuerth/Wirth (DL, Dutch Fork HS, SC). Viewed as a blue-chip "tweener" (thick 270+ lbs) with power/explosiveness; projects inside (3-tech) with edge versatility (Peter Woods-lite archetype). Big win stealing from traditional rival territory; impressive offer list means holding him will be key.Other notes: 5 CB Josh Dobson (in-state/North Carolina area) trending away—visiting Auburn on official visit weekend; unlikely for Clemson (NIL-related dynamics suspected). Tight end Grantham Island committed to Vanderbilt (Clemson was in it but lost ground). Overall: Busy but mixed week; still early with big official visit weekend in late May ahead. Hosts optimistic on pivots at safety/DL. Other Sports Roundup Baseball: Tough series vs. No. 5 UNC. Strong Friday win (Aiden Canuck solid start). Heartbreaker Saturday: Led late, tied in extras, stranded 7 runners (9th-11th/12th innings combined); poor situational hitting (e.g., Nate Savoy 3-0 count double-play). Blown out Sunday. Frustrating "what could have been" (missed chance for series win). Pitching improved overall but bullpen moments (e.g., Lagernic) and offense failing in clutch hurt. Bright spot: Transfer Vesey. Midweek vs. Charlotte closed out well.Softball: Bounced back with series win at Pitt (13-11 runs in wins after dropping Friday). Inconsistent hitting; heavy reliance on Maness (control issues, high pitch counts). Lost 3-1 to South Carolina (Macy Centron HR) but avoided shutout/run-rule. Upcoming home series vs. Virginia key for ACC positioning (~.500 in conference).Basketball: Portal addition Cole Serta (Notre Dame transfer; elite shooter, ~40% from 3, hot late-season stretch, 12+ ppg). Big get for Brad Brownell—adds shooting/defense to backcourt with Ace Buckner returning + young core (Carter Welling, Dallas Thomas, Chase Thompson). More portal work needed (another big?). Discussion on rev-share/NIL: Argument for more basketball allocation given recent success (3 straight tours, Elite Eight), but university constraints and priority on football noted. Hosts see it as earned but acknowledge trade-offs. Closing & Q&A Tease Podcast promo (search "Clemson Live" on platforms), merch (vocfb-shop), Amazon smile link.Turned to live chat for ...
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    1 hr and 57 mins
  • Clemson Tigers LIVE 190 / ALL IN SHOW 170

    Clemson Tigers LIVE 190 / ALL IN SHOW 170
    Apr 8 2026
    Intro & Housekeeping (First ~10 minutes) Hosts welcome viewers and thank FanDuel as the presenting sponsor (promoting betting on college baseball, NBA, etc., while awaiting college football's return).Craven encourages subscriptions, likes, and channel memberships (shoutouts to the 9 current members: David Lowery (longest-standing), Arthur Moss, John Sarian (moderator), Air Mike, Adam Watford, Clemson Football Speak Easy, Zachariah, Sirius Black Music, and Edison White).Both hosts note how the show helps make the long offseason more bearable amid rising costs (e.g., gas prices) and world events; they appreciate the loyal audience tuning in weekly. Main Segment: Unanswered Questions from Spring Practice The bulk of the discussion focuses on lingering uncertainties after spring ball and the spring game. Key themes: talent exists in spots, but consistency, experience, and unit cohesion remain big question marks. Offensive Line (Biggest Concern for Both Hosts) Lots of bodies but few "solidified plus-value starters."Concerns about cohesiveness, day-to-day consistency, and trajectory as a unit (even with improved competition from the defensive line in practice).Tackle: Confidence in Braden Jacobs (returning from injury), but depth beyond him is inconsistent.Interior/Center: New starter Harris Sewell replacing multi-year veteran Ryan Linthicum — questions about snap consistency and protection calls.Freshman class (brought in by Matt Luke) is talented (possibly the most talented O-line room ever at Clemson), but true freshmen rarely contribute immediately without issues on the current roster.Broader context: The 2025 line wasn't good; lost pieces; must improve significantly for Chad Morris's run-heavy scheme. Running the ball consistently is essential for the offense (and QB play) to succeed in 2026. Quarterback Room Chris Vizzina (veteran, "job to lose") vs. freshman Tate Reynolds (flashed in spring; Dabo coached him more intensely per observers).Dabo stated the two have "separated from the pack" (no close third option).Other names mentioned lightly: Chris Denson (limited arm talent), Brock Bradley (physically underdeveloped), Trent Pierman (glorified GA).Unanswered questions: How good is the room really? Is Reynolds' emergence genuine talent or an indictment of Vizzina's progress? Reynolds missed most of his senior HS season with injuries — limited recent competitive reps.Common theme: "Hope" rather than confidence. New system under Morris adds pressure; run game must support whoever starts. Linebacker Depth (Defensive Side) Huge blow from the Luke Farrelly situation (attempted portal addition as a day-one starter opposite Sammy Brown failed).Staff originally sought a proven starter; now relying on unproven bodies.Known: Sammy Brown (reliable if healthy). Flashes from Kobe McLeod, Logan Anderson, etc.Depth concerns: Injuries could make it "pretty bad pretty quickly." Young/unproven talent (e.g., Fletcher Cothran as a walk-on flashing; former high recruits like CJ Cuba-Taylor with traits but limited reps).Recruiting at the position in recent cycles hasn't yielded enough high-end, proven contributors. Defensive Line Coaching & Development Nick Eason returns after a disappointing 2025 unit (despite talent like Peter Woods and Demonte Capehart).Questions about rejuvenation, bounce-back, and overall coaching step-up. Inconsistent effort/development noted over multiple years.Individual flashes existed, but consistency and "attitude/effort" issues plagued the group. Must set a better tone to support the back end.Younger players (e.g., Amari Adams) need to avoid the "freshman flash then stall" pattern. Vic Burley and others must take next steps in bigger roles.Broader defense: Tom Allen improved run D in year one, but explosive plays and safety play were issues previously. Overall tone: Cautious optimism mixed with realism. Talent in the building, but spring didn't resolve key unit questions. Offensive line and QB are pivotal for Morris's tempo/run-focused offense. Recruiting Updates QB: Kareem Hewley locked in Elite 11 finals; continues to impress (rising stock; hosts downplay rankings to keep him "under radar" but acknowledge other programs are involved). Solid with Clemson and helping recruit the class.RB: Industry predictions favor Clemson for Gary Walker (clear favorite; close to landing). Andrew Beard also in strong position. Both have May official visits. Positive trend vs. recent cycles — possibly due to more aggressive net-casting and excitement for Morris's system (better RB production potential). Hosts note the current room is "okay" but needs high-end infusion for long-term depth beyond Gideon Davidson, etc.Other notes: Safety Marquise Bryant decommitted from UNC (Clemson in final six earlier; may or may not re-engage amid heavy interest from LSU/OSU). Light 2028 mentions; focus shifting to May official visit weekend for commitments. Other Sports Quick Hits Baseball: Finally won an ACC series (at ...
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • SPRING GAME INTEL / Clemson Tigers LIVE 189 / ALL IN SHOW 169

    SPRING GAME INTEL / Clemson Tigers LIVE 189 / ALL IN SHOW 169
    Apr 1 2026
    Opening Banter & Personal Notes (allergies/sunburn) Both hosts complain about spring pollen in South Carolina (cars caked, Claritin use, endless nature woes). Craven mentions a bad sunburn from forgetting sunscreen ("my face looks like a tomato" / "grape tomato" jokes). They keep it light, note it's a busy week but football talk is welcome before the long off-season desert, and emphasize they always find Clemson content. Spring Game Recap (Orange 23, White 3) The annual spring game in Death Valley (March 28, 2026, ~1:30 PM kickoff, shortened format) ended with Orange dominating White 23-3. The rosters were unevenly stacked (Orange had most projected defensive starters and depth advantage), leading to lopsided stats: First downs: Orange 15, White 6Net rushing: Orange 120, White -4Net passing: Orange 166, White 49Total offense: Orange ~286, White 45Sacks: Orange 9, White 2Time of possession: roughly even (~30-29)Third downs: Orange 5/12, White 1/10Red zone: both 100% (Orange 3/3, White 1/1) Play-calling/schematics stayed vanilla (limited playbook, as expected). Energy/competitiveness was solid despite the smaller crowd and score disparity. Key takeaway: defense (especially DL) showed major promise under Tom Allen in year two. Standouts & Observations: Defensive Line dominated (9 sacks total). London Merritt (transfer, ex-Colorado) had 2.5 sacks + hurries/TFLs — looked like a stud with real upside. Vic Burley also had 2.5 sacks. Darien Mayo added multiple TFLs. Ari Watford flashed positively (rehab from prior ACL). Overall DL depth/athleticism/physicality looked vastly improved vs. 2025 issues (length, movement, attack).Secondary: New safeties (Carter/Myrick?) and Polo Anderson (true freshman) impressed; limited explosive plays through the air. Ashton Hampton physical on young WRs. Back end noticeably better.Linebackers: Depth concerns behind projected starters (Sammy Brown, Kobe McCloud — who had a safety). Fletcher Cothran (White) led all with 10 tackles and showed well.Chippiness/Intensity: Positive signs of competitiveness (e.g., post-whistle between Vic Burley and Easton Ware). Dabo on the mic called out players (Sammy Brown late hit, Tate Reynolds goal-line decisions) in entertaining fashion while coaching.Offense: Limited flashes due to vanilla scheme and strong Orange DL vs. young/backup OL. Gideon Davidson looked explosive (9 carries, 80+ yards, 35-yard run) as potential every-down back. Tyler Brown (5 rec, 47 yds, TD) and Christian Bantikur (tight end, 4 rec/45 yds) stood out. Young WRs (Gordon Sellers one-handed TD catch) showed flashes but also freshman mistakes. OL a clear work in progress (struggled vs. DL depth). Dabo/Overall Vibe: Defense trending up significantly (better personnel fit for Allen's scheme, transfers impacting immediately). Offense has pieces but questions at OL and consistency. Competitiveness/fire felt improved. QB Notes: Chris Vizzina (10/18, 95 yds, TD + 14 rush yds) and Tate Reynolds (7/10, 74 yds + rushing TD) clearly separated as 1-2 (Dabo confirmed; "not close"). Vizzina remains the front-runner/experienced guy with arm talent/consistency; Reynolds brings live arm, athleticism, and upside (freshman mistakes expected). Others (Chris Denson — dynamic runner but passing limitations; Trent Pierman, Brock Bradley) lag far behind. Denson unlikely to play meaningful QB snaps at this level. Running Backs: Gideon Davidson bursty/physical (looks ready for bigger role). "Easy E" (David Eziomoumeh), Chris Johnson Jr., and a Jarvis Green sighting added depth. Room in better shape than recent years but needs a clear RB1. WR/TE: Tyler Brown veteran production; Christian Bantikur highlighted (finally using TEs?). Young group (Sellers, etc.) flashed but inconsistent. Veterans like TJ Moore, Brian Wesco, Cole Turner, Tristan Smith sat out. Special Teams: Nolan Hauser mixed (some misses on chip shots; Dabo ribbed him). Overall not a focus. Big Picture: Spring game is limited (no takeaways too deep), but defense has "pieces" and attitude shift. Offense/OL needs work. Positive direction vs. prior years' personnel/ effort concerns. Recruiting Quick Hits (2027 Class Focus) Clemson building buzz/momentum (strong Elite Retreat). Emphasis on running backs (unusual multi-offer approach vs. past single-target strategy): Gary Walker (4-star, Creekside HS, GA): Crystal balls trending Clemson; strong interest/vibe; official visit in May. Florida State legacy (watch that), but Tigers in great spot. Top-5 type RB nationally.Andrew Beard (4-star, Prince Avenue Christian, GA): Speedy, compact build (~5'9"/197); elite track speed, 3-down potential. Clemson in strong position/final groups; May visit. Landing both would dramatically boost perception of RB recruiting (and depth behind Gideon Davidson). Broader class notes: pivotal cycle after recent dips; need "Jimmys and Joes" alongside gems. Baseball/Softball Quick Hits Baseball: Struggling badly in ACC play (0-3 in first series, swept by Notre ...
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    1 hr and 54 mins
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