How to Watch and Listen
Kickoff: Saturday, Sept. 13, Noon ET
Location: Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field (Atlanta, GA)
TV: ESPN — Bob Wischusen (play-by-play), Louis Riddick (analyst), Kris Budden (sideline)
Clemson Athletic Network — Don Munson, Tim Bourret, Reggie Merriweather
SiriusXM 381
Streaming: ESPN app (with cable/satellite login)
Storylines to Watch
1. A Rivalry Renewed in Atlanta
This marks the 90th all-time meeting between Clemson and Georgia Tech, dating back to 1898. Clemson enters riding a nine-game win streak over the Jackets, and a win Saturday would give the Tigers their ninth all-time double-digit winning streak over a single opponent.
2. Klubnik Chasing Records
Quarterback Cade Klubnik continues to climb the program’s record books. He’s within striking distance of the Top 5 in career total offense and needs just three more touchdowns to join Clemson legends like Tajh Boyd, Deshaun Watson, Trevor Lawrence, and Travis Etienne in the 75 career TD club.
3. Defensive Playmakers on Display
Clemson’s defense has quietly been one of the most disruptive in the country:
DE Will Heldt is chasing his third straight game with a sack.
CB Avieon Terrell, S Ricardo Jones, and S Ronan Hanafin all look to record interceptions in back-to-back games.
The Tigers are also aiming for multiple takeaways in the first three games of a season for the first time since 2016.
4. Turnover Trends That Could Decide It
Clemson has finished even or better in the turnover margin in 15 straight games, while Georgia Tech is 2–0 despite a -4 turnover margin, tied for 127th nationally. If those trends hold, Clemson’s defense may have the edge.
5. ACC Stakes and Streaks
Clemson has won nine of its last 10 ACC openers and is 11–5 in conference openers under Dabo Swinney.
The Tigers are also looking to extend their regular-season road win streak to six games.
The Bottom Line
Clemson has been here before — opening ACC play on the road against a team with momentum. Georgia Tech’s early-season offense has been productive, but turnovers and Clemson’s defensive depth loom large. With Klubnik chasing history and Dabo Swinney’s squad seeking its 10th straight win over the Jackets, this matchup feels like more than just another September Saturday.