On today's edition of the Locked On Clemson Podcast , we will be doing a Clemson Football Mailbag where we answer fan submitted questions. What kind of impact will E.J. Williams have in the playoffs? How will we defend Ohio State Quarterback Justin Fields ? Is this Buckeye front seven any different than Notre Dame ? We dive through all of that and more.... Tweet your questions to @EllisTolbert on Twitter today! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tast...
Dec 23, 2020•27 min•Ep. 106
First up on Locked On Clemson , we talk about the fiery war of words between the head coach of the Ohio State Buckeyes Ryan Day and Dabo Swinney . Both coaches throwing jabs at each other, and it is setting up for a fantastic Sugar Bowl matchup in the semifinal. We also talk about how this Ohio State team matches up with Clemson, and the fact that the Big Ten Conference will do whatever it takes to ensure the Buckeyes has the best chance of winning. Lastly, we briefly recap the Clemson Men's Bas...
Dec 22, 2020•26 min•Ep. 105
First up on Locked On Clemson , we will be recapping the ACC title game BLOWOUT of Notre Dame . We'll start by talking about the offense, led by Heisman hopeful and best player in college football Trevor Lawrence , and the impact his presence made on the Fighting Irish Defense. In the second segment, we'll talk about the Clemson Defense, and how they felt salty about the comments Notre Dame made last time around. We hear a clip of 5th year Linebacker James Skalski about what the mindset of the C...
Dec 21, 2020•29 min•Ep. 104
On today's edition of Locked On Clemson , we talk about Early Signing Day for the 2021 recruiting class for the Tigers. We will talk through players we think will be instant impact players. We also talk about the defensive gameplan that Brent Venables is cooking up with a fully healthy defense going into the ACC Title game versus Notre Dame . Will it be different this time? Lastly, we talk about some players that could return to the Clemson Football program next season and which ones absolutely ...
Dec 18, 2020•28 min•Ep. 103
First up on Locked On Clemson, an excerpt of the ACC Title Game with Joe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts of LOCKED ON IRISH . Be sure to check out LOCKED ON IRISH this Friday to hear the full conversation! We also take a look at what the quarterback room will look like in 2021 for the Tigers after Trevor Lawrence leaves for the NFL. DJ Uiagalelei is the presumed starter, but who's next after him? Lastly, we review the Disney+ movie "Safety"; A story about former Clemson Football player RAY RAY MCELRATH...
Dec 17, 2020•27 min•Ep. 102
First up on Locked On Clemson , we'll be discussing the Clemson Tigers offense, led by Trevor Lawrence and Travis Etienne . We take a glance at the inefficiencies, and what they could do to improve for post season action. We also take a look at the Linebacker depth, and players that Clemson needs to rely on to have a big game. James Skalski is the leader of the group, along with stars like Baylon Spector and Mike Jones Jr ., but who else can step up? Lastly, we recap the Clemson men's basketball...
Dec 16, 2020•27 min•Ep. 101
First up on Locked On Clemson, we'll be discussing tonight's Men's Basketball game between Clemson and Virginia Tech . We'll be giving you the game preview and more with Former Clemson Basketball player and Grad assistant TERRENCE OGLESBY of Let It Fly with Terrence Oglesby Podcast. Also, we will be talking about Travis Etienne and the Clemson Running Back room. He's been a little quiet for the last few games, so we'll take a glance into what could possibly be going wrong. We'll also get into wh...
Dec 15, 2020•33 min•Ep. 100
Clemson and Notre Dame are set for a rematch in the ACC Title game in Charlotte this Saturday. Notre Dame is a presumed lock for the playoffs even if they lose to Clemson, but could Clemson get in with another loss to the Fighting Irish? We hear from both Irish Head Coach Brian Kelly and Tigers Head Coach Dabo Swinney about why it doesn't matter who loses. Also, we get into the Heisman Trophy race and how the award was Trevor's to lose until Covid-19 wrecked his plans. Could this be the year tha...
Dec 14, 2020•29 min•Ep. 99
There's almost no chance Clemson and Florida State play this season, and here's why. Tuesday Tiger of the Week goes to freshman safety Malcolm Greene. Clemson men's and women's basketball are off to great starts. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BuiltGo Visit BuiltGO.com and use promo code “LOC...
Dec 01, 2020•24 min•Ep. 98
No. 3 Clemson's 31 first-quarter points allowed the Tigers to roll to an easy 52-17 win over Pittsburgh on Saturday and there were some key lessons learned about the defense, how special this team is and the run game. Beyond the Box Score: Clemson dominated some key stats and numbers. Storylines for this week: The Tigers head to Virginia Tech with questions about one of their starting cornerbacks and their opponent. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!...
Nov 30, 2020•24 min•Ep. 97
Previewing Clemson's game Saturday against Pitt with three key questions on focus, keeping the QB clean and not falling asleep on defense. Three Clemson players to watch: Trevor Lawrence, Cornell Powell and Jake Venables. Final thoughts and prediction: Senior Day won't have the same feel for worthy Tigers. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKE...
Nov 27, 2020•24 min•Ep. 96
Dabo Swinney wasn't done Tuesday talking about Florida State and he's not taking any advice from that school. Clemson lands at No. 3 in the first CFP rankings. What does it all mean? Tigers in the pros: Deshaun Watson is lighting up the NFL and looking to keep it going on Thanksgiving. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get ...
Nov 25, 2020•23 min•Ep. 95
Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney isn't backing down from his disdain for Florida State's decision to postpone their game last Saturday. FSU coach Mike Norvell and Clemson players get in on the conversation. Trevor Lawrence's Heisman Trophy chances are all but over. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next orde...
Nov 24, 2020•24 min•Ep. 94
No. 4 Clemson had its game against Florida State postponed Saturday when the Seminoles refused to play the game, and head coach Dabo Swinney was none too pleased with the decision from the FSU administration, and he went on the offensive Sunday. What's next? A look at the implications from not playing and whether or not it makes sense to reschedule. Top storylines for this week: FSU questions still linger, but there's also a game with Pitt and the Tigers' state of mind coming out of the strange ...
Nov 23, 2020•24 min•Ep. 93
In the final episode before Clemson heads to Florida State, three questions that the Tigers must answer, including one about the head-scratching run game. Three players to watch Saturday, including one who may or may not play. Final prediction: How will this game go for the Tigers and what is the biggest storyline? Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo co...
Nov 20, 2020•23 min•Ep. 92
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney offers a potentially optimistic outlook on the Tigers' health this week. Florida State presents a cautionary tale on how quickly a program can go downhill. Tigers in the pros: A couple former Tiger receivers shine. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. BuiltGo Visit BuiltG...
Nov 19, 2020•23 min•Ep. 91
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence is healthy, COVID-19 free and poised for a big finish down the stretch of this season. Fact or fiction: Clemson can cover a big spread, rush for 200 yards and catch up with FSU's streak of 9 ACC titles. In a game where the outcome is pretty much decided, what else can Clemson and FSU get out of this game? Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to bui...
Nov 18, 2020•23 min•Ep. 90
Dabo Swinney updates injuries and the chance of getting some key players back for this week's game at Florida State. How does South Carolina's decision to fire head coach Will Muschamp affect the Tigers? Tuesday Tiger of the Week: True freshman defensive end Myles Murphy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 17, 2020•22 min•Ep. 89
No. 4 Clemson's bye week comes to an end, but there's a lot of season left. First, an evaluation of where the Tigers are as a team coming off their first loss. 3-on-3: Top moments, performances and surprising players from the first eight games of 2020. Three questions Clemson must answer in the final stretch of the season. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use ...
Nov 13, 2020•24 min•Ep. 88
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence is still third in Heisman Trophy odds behind Justin Fields and Mac Jones, even though both of them lost a game on the schedule this week and will play fewer games. Fact or fiction: Projecting out the rest of Clemson's season with thoughts on finishing strong, beating Notre Dame in a rematch and whether the Tigers could be the top seed in the CFP. Tigers in the pros: It was a big day for a former Clemson pass rusher while Deshaun Watson led the Texans to their ...
Nov 12, 2020•22 min•Ep. 87
Clemson's injury report isn't as bad as it could be. Dabo Swinney offered some updates on several players, but a key receiver will miss extended time. William Qualkinbush of the Clemson Tigers Network and 105.5 The Roar offers insight into Clemson football, basketball and baseball. @QualkTalk on Twitter offers a key stat for Swinney's Tigers. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 11, 2020•28 min•Ep. 86
Clemson suffered its first loss of the 2020 season and first regular-season defeat since 2017. Here's how it happened and what three key lessons were learned. The Tigers' season is far from over but now there is no room for error. "Beyond the Box Score" shows an offense that couldn't run the football and stay on the field enough. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com a...
Nov 09, 2020•24 min•Ep. 85
No. 1 Clemson and No. 4 Notre Dame: Huge ACC and national showdown. Who simply does their job? How does Clemson get Travis Etienne the ball? What will the defense attack and counter with? Three Tigers to watch in this game, including a true freshman who's ready for the big stage (no, it's not D.J. Uiagalelei). News coming out of Clemson's athletic department plus a final breakdown and prediction of the TIgers and Irish. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar ...
Nov 06, 2020•24 min•Ep. 84
Dabo Swinney updated the status of Tyler Davis and Mike Jones Jr.. Their loss raises the stakes for Clemson in a game with tons of implications, but the loser of the game against Notre Dame is far from out of it. Fact or fiction takes a look at how these two teams compare to the ones from 2018. Tigers in the pros: A Thursday look at news and updates concerning Adam Humphries, Vic Beasley, Tanner Muse and more. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built...
Nov 05, 2020•25 min•Ep. 83
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney gives some roster updates on Trevor Lawrence while he awaits more information on other Tigers and their status for Saturday. What do you think of when you hear the words "Notre Dame football?" There's a disparity on Clemson's own squad. Challenge accepted: Clemson faces plenty of them at ND. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 04, 2020•24 min•Ep. 82
Trevor Lawrence is no longer the favorite to win the Heisman and was passed by none one but two other quarterbacks over the weekend. Clemson's D.J. Uiagalelei put on a show Saturday, as did his dad. Learn more about the QB before the biggest game of his young career. Election Day mandate by the NCAA has thrown a wrench into Clemson's scheduling this week. Find out how crazy the week is going. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is ...
Nov 03, 2020•26 min•Ep. 81
Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney makes an early announcement on his star quarterback's availability for the Notre Dame game. Three big lessons learned about the Tigers coming out of the Boston College win, including a test of what this team is made of. Finally, a look into the game-deciding stats of a weird box score. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo ...
Nov 02, 2020•25 min•Ep. 80
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence will miss the BC game Saturday after testing positive for COVID-19. Is D.J. Uiagalelei ready to lead the Tigers to victory? Who will need to step up with Lawrence on the sideline? How will this game go and will Clemson be undefeated heading into next week's contest against Notre Dame? Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit Ro...
Oct 30, 2020•24 min•Ep. 79
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence made waves this week when asked about whether he would think about coming back for one more year of college football or go pro. Fact or fiction this week focuses on Travis Etienne, Joseph Ngata and the defense. Thursday Tigers in the pros: Tee Higgins, Isaiah Simmons and DeAndre Hopkins shine. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need....
Oct 29, 2020•24 min•Ep. 78
No. 1 Clemson will be without its vocal leader and starting linebacker for several weeks, What does that mean for the defense and who will be stepping up? The Tigers are at the midpoint of their season so here are a few superlatives. Clemson has a few tests, including redemption, to pass this week, while Boston College could make a statement. Follow Brad Senkiw on Twitter @bradsenkiw Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car w...
Oct 28, 2020•27 min•Ep. 77
