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Clemson's defense has struggled to create turnovers, ranking low nationally in takeaways and turnover margin.

The team has shown significant improvement in its run defense compared to the previous season under new coordinator Tom Allen.

Despite high expectations, key defensive players T.J. Parker and Peter Woods have not consistently performed at an elite level.

The defense has allowed fewer points and total yards per game on average this season than it did in 2024.

The secondary has been vulnerable to big plays, contributing to a regression in passing yards allowed per game.

CLEMSON — Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney touted defensive coordinator Tom Allen as the team's missing piece to win a national championship when he was hired .

Seven games into the s

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