Clemson Football: 5 offensive returners who must step up in 2020

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 28: Justyn Ross #8 of the Clemson Tigers attempts to catch a pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first half during the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium on December 28, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images) /

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GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 28: Quarterback Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Clemson Tigers drops back to pass during the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl against the Ohio State Buckeyes at State Farm Stadium on December 28, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. The Tigers defeated the Buckeyes 29-23. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /

1. QB Trevor Lawrence

Trevor Lawrence is going to be more than just a quarterback this season. Lawrence is going to be relied upon to be the leader on the offense.

Just like Deshaun Watson’s junior season, we should fully expect to see the coaches utilize Lawrence as basically another assistant coach on the field.

He’ll be given more reign with audible options. He’ll be asked to make tougher decisions and will be looked up to as a captain on this team.

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Yes, Lawrence is a Heisman candidate and a guy who is looking to leave his mark on the Clemson football program. But he’ll need to step up to become a leader and clean up a few of those mistakes from last season.

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