Clemson’s latest ACC injury report brings troubling news up front. Starting left guard Eliyah Thurmon has been ruled out for Saturday’s road trip to Boston College, leaving the Tigers’ offensive line in shuffle mode again. Thurmon’s absence is significant — the sophomore has been one of Clemson’s steadiest interior blockers and a vocal tone-setter for Cade Klubnik’s protection.
Depth behind him will be tested, with Easton Ware also unavailable. Expect veteran Tristan Leigh to take on even more responsibility anchoring the left side as Clemson tries to stabilize its pocket and re-ignite a run game that’s averaged just 3.7 yards per carry over the past two weeks.
Running Back Room Thinned Again
For the second straight week, the Tigers’ backfield will be short-handed. Jarvis Green, Peyton Streko, and Jay Haynes are all out, leaving Clemson reliant on younger reserves and possible package adjustments. With Dabo Swinney emphasizing tempo and balance, those losses could limit play-calling flexibility against a physical Boston College front.
Defensive Front Also Short on Bodies
Defensively, Clemson will miss defensive end Armon Mason and tackle Makhi Williams Lee, both ruled out. That further stretches an already-rotating line that’s been leaned on heavily in ACC play. Linebacker Billy Wilkes and edge rusher Ari Watford are also sidelined, forcing defensive coordinator Tom Allen to rely on depth pieces for snaps.
What It Means vs. Boston College
The injury list underscores Clemson’s challenge entering a must-win matchup. Losing Thurmon on offense and multiple front-seven defenders on defense leaves the Tigers thin in the trenches — a critical weakness against Boston College’s power-run attack.
Still, the Tigers have shown resilience with next-man-up mentality before. Protecting Klubnik and maintaining defensive discipline will be priorities if Clemson hopes to avoid another upset bid from a feisty Eagles squad.