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Dabo Swinney 'absolutely' thinks Clemson can still be an ACC title contender after 41-13 loss to No. 4 Miami
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Key Points:
- Clemson suffered a heavy 41-13 loss to No. 4 Miami, highlighting struggles against top-tier teams with a combined 69-point deficit in losses to Miami and No. 11 LSU.
- Despite the setbacks, coach Dabo Swinney remains confident in Clemson's ACC title chances, emphasizing the team's 3-2 record and 2-1 conference standing with room for improvement.
- Freshman quarterback Tait Reynolds is still adapting to college-level play, showing promise with career-high passing attempts and yards but also facing challenges, while the running game has been ineffective against strong defenses.
- Clemson's upcoming schedule is more favorable, with no additional ranked opponents after Miami, offering a path to rebound with six winnable games that could secure a spot in the ACC championship game.
- The Tigers have a bye week before facing Charleston Southern on Oct. 17, marking the start of a critical stretch to regain momentum in the ACC race.
