Dabo Swinney reviews quarterback options following Clemson loss to LSU

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Dabo Swinney reviews quarterback options following Clemson loss to LSU
Summary

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney has not determined a starting quarterback for next Saturday's game against Georgia Southern. The decision follows a 51-10 loss to LSU on Saturday where the Clemson offense failed to generate significant momentum. Starting quarterback Christopher Vizzina completed 10 passes for 83 yards with one interception in the loss. Tait Reynolds also entered the game to complete four passes for 22 yards. Swinney indicated he would review game tape before committing to a starter for the upcoming home opener. Vizzina served as the starter for the season opener after spending the previous two seasons as a backup, while Reynolds competed for the position during fall camp. The next game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at Memorial Stadium on the ACC Network.

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  • Clemson lost 51-10 to LSU on Saturday.
  • Christopher Vizzina finished with 10 completions for 83 yards and one interception.
  • Tait Reynolds completed four passes for 22 yards during his playing time.
  • Clemson faces Georgia Southern at home next Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET.
  • Dabo Swinney will evaluate film before naming a starting quarterback for the next game.
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  • 6:43 PMYahoo SportsDabo Swinney keeping Clemson quarterback options open after blowout loss
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Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney doesn't know who will start at quarterback next Saturday.

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