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Clemson at The Voice of College Football

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Welcome to Clemson at The Voice of College Football Network, your home for In-depth discussion, debate, & analysis on all things Clemson . We have you covered from offseason all the way to game day. Join us as we embark on another season!Go Tigers!For business inquiries please contact: Markrogerstv@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.The Voice of College Football Network Football Politics & Government
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  • SPRING GAME INTEL / Clemson Tigers LIVE 189 / ALL IN SHOW 169

    SPRING GAME INTEL / Clemson Tigers LIVE 189 / ALL IN SHOW 169
    Apr 1 2026
    Opening Banter & Personal Notes (allergies/sunburn) Both hosts complain about spring pollen in South Carolina (cars caked, Claritin use, endless nature woes). Craven mentions a bad sunburn from forgetting sunscreen ("my face looks like a tomato" / "grape tomato" jokes). They keep it light, note it's a busy week but football talk is welcome before the long off-season desert, and emphasize they always find Clemson content. Spring Game Recap (Orange 23, White 3) The annual spring game in Death Valley (March 28, 2026, ~1:30 PM kickoff, shortened format) ended with Orange dominating White 23-3. The rosters were unevenly stacked (Orange had most projected defensive starters and depth advantage), leading to lopsided stats: First downs: Orange 15, White 6Net rushing: Orange 120, White -4Net passing: Orange 166, White 49Total offense: Orange ~286, White 45Sacks: Orange 9, White 2Time of possession: roughly even (~30-29)Third downs: Orange 5/12, White 1/10Red zone: both 100% (Orange 3/3, White 1/1) Play-calling/schematics stayed vanilla (limited playbook, as expected). Energy/competitiveness was solid despite the smaller crowd and score disparity. Key takeaway: defense (especially DL) showed major promise under Tom Allen in year two. Standouts & Observations: Defensive Line dominated (9 sacks total). London Merritt (transfer, ex-Colorado) had 2.5 sacks + hurries/TFLs — looked like a stud with real upside. Vic Burley also had 2.5 sacks. Darien Mayo added multiple TFLs. Ari Watford flashed positively (rehab from prior ACL). Overall DL depth/athleticism/physicality looked vastly improved vs. 2025 issues (length, movement, attack).Secondary: New safeties (Carter/Myrick?) and Polo Anderson (true freshman) impressed; limited explosive plays through the air. Ashton Hampton physical on young WRs. Back end noticeably better.Linebackers: Depth concerns behind projected starters (Sammy Brown, Kobe McCloud — who had a safety). Fletcher Cothran (White) led all with 10 tackles and showed well.Chippiness/Intensity: Positive signs of competitiveness (e.g., post-whistle between Vic Burley and Easton Ware). Dabo on the mic called out players (Sammy Brown late hit, Tate Reynolds goal-line decisions) in entertaining fashion while coaching.Offense: Limited flashes due to vanilla scheme and strong Orange DL vs. young/backup OL. Gideon Davidson looked explosive (9 carries, 80+ yards, 35-yard run) as potential every-down back. Tyler Brown (5 rec, 47 yds, TD) and Christian Bantikur (tight end, 4 rec/45 yds) stood out. Young WRs (Gordon Sellers one-handed TD catch) showed flashes but also freshman mistakes. OL a clear work in progress (struggled vs. DL depth). Dabo/Overall Vibe: Defense trending up significantly (better personnel fit for Allen's scheme, transfers impacting immediately). Offense has pieces but questions at OL and consistency. Competitiveness/fire felt improved. QB Notes: Chris Vizzina (10/18, 95 yds, TD + 14 rush yds) and Tate Reynolds (7/10, 74 yds + rushing TD) clearly separated as 1-2 (Dabo confirmed; "not close"). Vizzina remains the front-runner/experienced guy with arm talent/consistency; Reynolds brings live arm, athleticism, and upside (freshman mistakes expected). Others (Chris Denson — dynamic runner but passing limitations; Trent Pierman, Brock Bradley) lag far behind. Denson unlikely to play meaningful QB snaps at this level. Running Backs: Gideon Davidson bursty/physical (looks ready for bigger role). "Easy E" (David Eziomoumeh), Chris Johnson Jr., and a Jarvis Green sighting added depth. Room in better shape than recent years but needs a clear RB1. WR/TE: Tyler Brown veteran production; Christian Bantikur highlighted (finally using TEs?). Young group (Sellers, etc.) flashed but inconsistent. Veterans like TJ Moore, Brian Wesco, Cole Turner, Tristan Smith sat out. Special Teams: Nolan Hauser mixed (some misses on chip shots; Dabo ribbed him). Overall not a focus. Big Picture: Spring game is limited (no takeaways too deep), but defense has "pieces" and attitude shift. Offense/OL needs work. Positive direction vs. prior years' personnel/ effort concerns. Recruiting Quick Hits (2027 Class Focus) Clemson building buzz/momentum (strong Elite Retreat). Emphasis on running backs (unusual multi-offer approach vs. past single-target strategy): Gary Walker (4-star, Creekside HS, GA): Crystal balls trending Clemson; strong interest/vibe; official visit in May. Florida State legacy (watch that), but Tigers in great spot. Top-5 type RB nationally.Andrew Beard (4-star, Prince Avenue Christian, GA): Speedy, compact build (~5'9"/197); elite track speed, 3-down potential. Clemson in strong position/final groups; May visit. Landing both would dramatically boost perception of RB recruiting (and depth behind Gideon Davidson). Broader class notes: pivotal cycle after recent dips; need "Jimmys and Joes" alongside gems. Baseball/Softball Quick Hits Baseball: Struggling badly in ACC play (0-3 in first series, swept by Notre ...
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    1 hr and 54 mins
  • SPRING GAME PREVIEW / Clemson Tigers LIVE 187 / ALL IN SHOW 163

    SPRING GAME PREVIEW / Clemson Tigers LIVE 187 / ALL IN SHOW 163
    Mar 26 2026
    Opening & Housekeeping (approx. 00:03:17 - 00:09:00) Welcome to Clemson and college football fans.Hosts: Tiger Paw Craven (main host) with Jordan Bowman joining.Jam-packed agenda: recruiting, spring game preview (Saturday in Death Valley), plus updates on basketball, baseball, and softball.Channel milestones: Hit 6,000 subscribers—thanks to viewers; keep sharing and liking live videos.Super Chat and channel memberships active; shoutout to newest member Edison.Show sponsored by FanDuel (sports betting odds, especially for March Madness). Personal Notes & Banter Jordan deals with seasonal allergies but excited for spring ball and the recent commit.Tiger Paw and wife celebrated their 18th wedding anniversary (rescheduled the previous show); low-key time off together.Quick chat shoutouts: Chad Morrison, KD, Isaac, and channel members (David Lowery, Arthur Moss, John Sarian, Air Mike, Adam, Clemson Football, Zachariah Xerious Black, Edison White). Spring Game Preview (Main Segment) Spring practice wrapping up in the final week; ends with the spring game this Saturday at 1 p.m. in Death Valley (not televised; format likely a mix of game/situational play, possibly ones vs. twos or split rosters/coaching staffs).Final practice Monday for summer instructions.Key reports from observed practices: QB room: Tate Reynolds retired; now firmly QB2, splitting reps with others (e.g., Chris Vizzina). Young QBs will get looks.Defense: Tom Allen praised transfers and freshmen like Polo Anderson (flashing big-time, used as physical example for the room). Emphasis on length, range, and run support in secondary; more physical/athletic overall.Linebacker depth a concern (no major portal additions; reliance on Sammy Brown, Kobe McLeod, Jeremiah Alexander, and unknowns).Defensive line: Hit by Courtney Kelly's torn ACL (potential season-ending; depth hit, but opportunity for younger players like Heaven Brown, Champ Thompson, Makai Williams-Lee). Need for disruption up front—used to be a strength with NFL talent; now less intimidating. Overall thoughts: Defense expected to dominate the spring game (aggressive secondary creating turnovers/interceptions; questions if QBs struggle reading the field or if DBs like Elliott Washington, Corey Myrick, Jerome Carter are that good).Offense: Limited insight due to missing starting WRs (young/freshmen group). Focus on OL progression (presumed starters: e.g., Bigsby Jacobs LT, Elijah Thurman LG, Harris Sewell C, Easton Ware RT?), RB rotation/usage (including Chris Johnson Jr.), and QB play/turnovers. New system + inexperience = expected struggles/turnovers.Spring game format uncertainty affects takeaways; overreactions common (e.g., past flashes like Jamal Anderson not translating).Defense likely "wins the day"; look for glimpses of potential amid offensive growing pains. Not a full evaluation—more situational/continuity building. Recruiting Breakdown Jordan debuts a visual recruiting board (Excel-based, color-coded, sortable by position/state/high school/star ranking; legend: orange = commits; purple = official visit scheduled; gray = committed elsewhere). Bare-bones version shown; plans to expand aesthetically and with more data (other notable offers, official visits to other schools, etc.).No commits yet on the line of scrimmage (priority for May 29 official visit weekend).Offensive line targets with visits: Carter Jones (strong interest/predictions), Nate Carson (tough in-state battle vs. Gamecocks), Peyton Miller (Texas).Defensive line/edge/interior: Jaden Worth (Dutch Fork, SC—Gamecock lean but good traction), Caleb Spivey (Alabama), Seth Tillman (South Point, Rock Hill—another tough in-state pull).Linebackers: Two already committed.Recent commit: Seth Williams (Class of 2027, Atlanta/Lakeside HS safety, 6'3"/~190 lbs, rangy/long, smart, willing tackler; fits Tom Allen's length emphasis; chose Clemson over Penn State, Wisconsin, etc.; good get for secondary depth). Emphasis: Build trenches for long-term success; defensive side looking solid so far. Other Sports Updates Men's & Women's Basketball: Both made NCAA Tournament as similar seeds; both first-round exits (men's vs. Iowa; women's vs. USC in OT after wild near-buzzer-beater sequence). Season viewed as overachievement/success (portal-heavy roster with one meaningful returner; key injuries like Zach Foster ACL and Carter Welling hampered depth/size). Bright future with young core (Foster, Ace Buckner, Chase Thompson, Dallas Thomas, possible Carter Welling return) + strong incoming class (e.g., Harris Reynolds). Brad Brownell praised for what he built.Baseball: Rough stretch—since sweeping LaSalle, 7-3 in last 10 (dropped series to Georgia Tech, swept by Notre Dame; non-conf losses to Georgia Southern/Coastal). Hitting, fielding, and consistency issues; recent collapse vs. Coastal (blew 9-3 lead). Purify (1B/2B) out extended time (ball off hand). Upcoming: Critical series vs. Miami this weekend at home—must win to stay ...
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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • SPRING PRACTICE UPDATE / Clemson Tigers LIVE 186 / ALL IN SHOW 162

    SPRING PRACTICE UPDATE / Clemson Tigers LIVE 186 / ALL IN SHOW 162
    Mar 18 2026
    Episode Notes: SPRING PRACTICE UPDATE / Clemson Tigers LIVE 186 / ALL IN SHOW 162 Hosts: Jordan Bowman & Edward "Tiger Paw" Craven (Clemson Voice of College Football) Date aired: March 17, 2026 (based on March Madness timing, recent scrimmage, and 6,000-subscriber milestone) Opening & Technical Issues (0:00–~5:00) Show delayed due to major technical difficulties (Jordan's setup + Tiger Paw's complete home internet outage).Tiger Paw broadcasts from cell signal (moves multiple times, eventually to his car).Both apologize; show goes on despite choppy connection for Tiger Paw.Shout-out to viewers on YouTube, Facebook, and X. Milestones & Housekeeping Channel recently crossed 6,000 subscribers (thanks to loyal fans, including multi-account/creative methods joked about).Plans for a special celebration (possibly delayed due to tech issues).Encouragement to like, subscribe, join as channel member for exclusive streams.Shows available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, etc. — reviews help visibility. Men's Basketball – ACC Tournament & NCAA Tournament (main segment ~5:00–~25:00) Lost to Duke in ACC semifinal (respectable but out-talented; struggled vs. Cam Boozer).Carter Willing out for season (torn ACL) — major blow to rebounding & scoring depth.Received #8 seed in NCAA Tournament; first-round matchup vs. #9 Iowa (neutral site, ~toss-up; Iowa -1½ favorite per FanDuel).Notes on 8-vs-9 matchups: 9-seeds historically win slightly more often (~54%).Matchup preview: Two strong defenses (Clemson's 2nd-best in ACC vs. Iowa's best in Big Ten) → low-scoring game expected.Keys: Guard play must match Iowa's standout guard; need big nights from Dylan Hunter, Budda Johnson, Ace Buckner.Encouraging signs from UNC quarterfinal win; concern about lack of reliable scoring punch without Willing.Likely second-round opponent if win: Florida (size mismatch).Bracket talk: Hosts in multiple pools (some with $50 buy-ins); fun but competitive.National champ picks requested (not Clemson). Other Clemson Sports Quick Hits Baseball: Lost series at home to Georgia Tech (Omaha-level lineup overwhelmed Clemson; defense committed too many errors). Salvaged finale. Beat College of Charleston midweek (3–1). Next: Louisville series.Softball: Won series vs. Louisville (but blew 6–0 lead in finale, no sweep). Consistency still an issue under John Rittman.General: Positive trajectory in non-revenue sports, but defense/errors holding baseball back. Football – First Spring Scrimmage Takeaways (~25:00–end) Mixed bag; defense dominated (Dabo: "defense won the day").Quarterbacks described as "average" by Dabo — all made mistakes, turnovers, poor decisions.Offense struggles attributed to: Missing key skill players (TJ Moore, Bryant Wesco, Cole Turner, Tristan Smith, etc. — injuries/surgeries).New playbook/learning curve. Quarterback room early ranking (hosts' view): Chris Vizzina (slight edge, leadership praised, but not dominant).Tate Reynolds (big arm, flashes, but accuracy issues typical for freshman).Chris Denson.Brock Bradley. Concern: No one separated clearly; Vizzina expected to look better given experience.Defense encouraging signs (linebackers strong; transfers gelling in Year 2 under Tom Allen).Biggest worries: Quarterback (ceiling feels low) & offensive line (no clear answers; center battle ongoing — Harris Sewell, Colin Sadler, Elijah Thurman, etc.).Culture contrast highlighted: Defense: Brought in heavy transfer competition → urgency & meritocracy.Offense: Stayed mostly internal → less pressure to elevate (loyalty vs. competition debate). Hosts critical of not aggressively pursuing experienced QB/OL via portal (would have raised floor).Chad Morris offense needs decisive QB, leg threat, accuracy — current room not inspiring confidence.Offensive line must vastly improve (physicality, run blocking, depth); can't hide poor QB play without it.Outlook: Spring likely ends with major questions unanswered at QB & OL. Defense ahead. Closing & Viewer Q&A Thanks for patience with tech issues.Next show: Tuesday (more recruiting, basketball recap, baseball/softball updates).Viewer questions included: Basketball: How to compete with ACC "big boys"? → Resources/money gap vs. Duke; Brownell maximizes what he has.QB vs. OL by 2025 season? → OL more likely to improve (numbers + coaching).National champ picks: Hosts lean Houston/Duke (if healthy). Final shout-outs: FanDuel sponsor (March Madness $5 free bonus bet promo); 6K subs milestone. Overall tone: Frustrated realism on football offense (especially QB/OL); cautious optimism on defense; proud of basketball consistency despite talent limitations; appreciation for fans despite rough stream. Classic Clemson fan mix of hope, criticism, and humor. Go Tigers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 hr and 36 mins
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