Clemson and Miami prepare for key Week 5 ACC matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Clemson faces No. 4 Miami in a pivotal ACC matchup on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET. The Tigers are looking for their fourth straight victory following an opening loss to LSU, while Miami is on a high after averaging nearly 52 points per game. Clemson's defense will need to perform strongly against Miami's offense, led by Darian Mensah and Malachi Toney. Staff predictions suggest Miami has the advantage, but Clemson aims to capitalize on scoring opportunities at Death Valley.
- •Clemson is 3-1 after recovering from an opening loss to LSU.
- •Miami is ranked No. 4 and has an average of 52 points scored per game.
- •Clemson's offense needs to improve to match Miami's high-scoring attack.
- •The matchup is set for Saturday, October 3, at 7:30 p.m. ET.
- •Predictions favor Miami, citing talent advantages over Clemson.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Staff score predictions for Clemson’s massive Week 5 matchup against Miami
"Here’s a look at what we’re thinking for Dabo Swinney and the Clemson’s Tigers ACC matchup against Miami.
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