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Clemson's Leading Rusher Will Shipley Sidelined for Notre Dame Clash Following Concussion Protocol

Clemson's Offensive Star Shipley, who Became First ACC Player to Make First Team as Runner, Specialist and All-purpose Player in Previous Season, Unable to Recover from Concussion in Time for Faceoff with 15th Ranked Irish.

Overview

  • Clemson's leading rusher, Will Shipley, has been ruled out for their game against 15th Ranked Notre Dame following a concussion sustained in a previous game against North Carolina State.
  • Despite some progress in his recovery throughout the week, Shipley is unable to play in the upcoming match, according to Clemson coach Dabo Swinney.
  • In addition to being a strong rusher, Shipley has had success as an effective part of Clemson's pass offense, with 20 receptions this season totaling 120 yards.
  • The absence of Shipley, who became the first player in ACC history to make the first team as a runner, specialist, and all-purpose player, is considered a significant setback for the Clemson offense.
  • Shipley has accumulated 515 rushing yards this season, and has scored a total of five touchdowns; his injury came at a time when he was averaging 4.6 yards per carry.