Greg McElroy addresses Clemson offensive struggles following recent loss to LSU

Analyst Greg McElroy maintains that Clemson may still recover despite recent offensive challenges exposed in a loss to LSU. McElroy noted that Dabo Swinney faces a recurring disadvantage by favoring internal roster development over aggressive transfer portal recruitment, which allows opposing teams to gain an early-season edge. The offense struggled across multiple positions, including quarterback, where Christopher Vizzina and Tait Reynolds both saw time behind an inconsistent line. Although Clemson added more transfers and hired Chad Morris during the offseason, the team failed to show expected improvements in offensive execution. McElroy pointed to the 2024 season, where Clemson rebounded from an opening loss to Georgia to secure an ACC title, as a historical precedent for a potential mid-season turnaround.

• 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN’s Greg McElroy isn’t completely out on Dabo Swinney, Clemson yet