Overview

• Clemson limited North Carolina to 270 total yards and 57 rushing yards, both season lows for the Tigers’ defense.
• The Tigers forced five first‑half punts, including four straight three‑and‑outs after UNC’s opening field goal.
• Safety Tyler Venables said Allen’s field‑level presence radiated energy and intensity that fed the unit’s performance.
• Swinney said Allen initiated the change and reiterated that he does not micromanage experienced coordinators.
• Clemson is 2–3 overall and 1–2 in ACC play, visits Boston College on Oct. 11, and recently saw defensive back Shelton Lewis enter the transfer portal after losing a starting role.