Clemson football: Spring game takeaways

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney talks with quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei (5) after throwing a pass to wide receiver Joseph Ngata (10) for a touchdown near Syracuse defensive back Darian Chestnut (20) during the second quarter at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, New York, Friday, October 15, 2021.Ncaa Football Clemson At Syracuse
Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney talks with quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei (5) after throwing a pass to wide receiver Joseph Ngata (10) for a touchdown near Syracuse defensive back Darian Chestnut (20) during the second quarter at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, New York, Friday, October 15, 2021.Ncaa Football Clemson At Syracuse
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Clemson defensive end Xavier Thomas(3) and defensive end K.J. Henry(5) greet each other before practice in Clemson, S.C. Friday, August 6, 2021.Clemson Football Practice August 6

Defense

There’s still some trepidation with Brent Venables having moved on, but the more I see and hear about this group the better I feel, especially along the line.

The Tigers are deep, talented and apparently hungry, which is a good thing because this unit may have to carry the team.

All three levels had impressive play at times, and let’s hope the hunger remains through the season and the injury gods are good to the Tigers.

Speaking of which…