The consistent play on offense and stellar defense showed up on Saturday as Clemson took down the NC State Wolfpack in a dominating 59-35 win. Quarterback Cade Klubnik and running back Phil Mafah both had huge performances. Klubnik finished with 279 total yards and four total touchdowns while Mafah recorded 107 rushing yards and a touchdown.

Dabo Swinney’s team started off conference play with a bang ... and made the Georgia loss feel like a distant memory.

Defensively, the Tigers stifled NC State freshman quarterback CJ Bailey. They sent blitzes that generated sacks and forced three turnovers (two fumbles, one interception). With Woods out, the Tigers needed someone to step up. They found that production with T.J. Parker, who was tied for the most sacks on the team last year.