From: Cole
Stat of the day. In the Gamecock victories this season, the D is forcing a 36% conversion percentage on third down. In the defeats, the number rises to 55%. While this stat is not the most important in a game, it carries added value for our defense due to the lack of turnovers they create. A team that gives up a higher % of 3rd down conversions must end drives by creating turnovers. Our inability to do so puts increased importance on 3rd down stops. It is the only way we seem to get off of the field. In the upcoming games, watch the 3rd down conversion percentage and it will likely tell how the game will turn out.
Coach Tanner signs what is going to be a top 5, maybe top 1-2 class. Nice to be on the good side of the rich get richer. Getting Tanner English to switch from Coastal could be big. English is a big time OF.
Despite being handed a win by a horrific performance from NC State, clempson is still looking for an identity. The offense looked like the Bad News Bears last Saturday. The defense was stout as usual. The tigers may catch a break as FSU QB, Christian Ponder, is injured again. He seems to be allergic to playing clemmons. Offensive coaching changes are likely on the horizon.
