Clemson Football 2024 Schedule Predictions
Ben Villalobos | June 24th, 2024
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We’re roughly 9 weeks away from the Clemson Tigers kicking off their season against the Georgia Bulldogs in Mercedes Benz Stadium. With that being said, I think it’s about time we review their schedule and see how they may do this season. Stay tuned as I will go through each game on the schedule and give my opinion on how it will go. Please do remember that I am no expert, just a passionate fan who loves watching some football.
Vs. Georgia, August 31st, 2024 (Loss)
As much as I would love to say the Clemson Tigers kick off their season delivering a loss to Georgia, I simply don’t think it’s realistic. I believe in our team a lot, and you’ll see that throughout the rest of my predictions, however, Georgia is a powerhouse that has one of the most talented rosters in college football right now. I genuinely don’t see a way that Clemson comes out on top here. First off, as I mentioned, Georgia objectively has a better roster than Clemson, which of course will help them tremendously. Though I believe we have much talent on our team, that talent is still young and needs more time to develop. In addition to the skill gap, the game is essentially a home game for Georgia as it is being played in Atlanta, Georgia. Though this is technically a neutral site, it is skewed in Georgia’s favor. I wholeheartedly believe that Clemson will keep the game close, though.
Vs. Appalachian State, September 7th, 2024 (Win)
Though App state has been known for some major upsets in the past, one is not happening on Sept. 7. After a tough loss to Georgia the week before, Clemson will bounce back and will get their first of many wins this season. Seeing as this is a home game under the lights at 8 pm, the energy in Memorial Stadium will be electric, giving the Tigers just that much more motivation to win.
Vs. NC State, September 21st, 2024 (Win)
Don’t get me wrong, NC State has a very talented roster and I believe they will do well this season, but not against Clemson. Clemson has arguably a significantly more talented roster than NC State, which mixed with it being a home game, will prove too much for NC State. Of course the game could go the other way as I don’t believe this game will be a blowout by any stretch of the imagination. The Tigers need to watch out for costly turnovers that plagued them in the 2023 season. If they are able to get their offense going with Phil Mafah in the backfield along with a newly healthy wide receiver core, their offense will look like a whole new unit come September.
Vs. Stanford, September 28th 2024 (Win):
The game against Stanford will be Clemson’s first blowout win of the season. After joining the ACC this year, Stanford is in for a rude awaking. There is not much to be said about this game, Stanford is not a bad team but compared to Clemson it isn’t close. I firmly believe that Clemson will deliver a beatdown, resulting in at least a three possession victory.
@ Florida State, October 5th, 2024 (Win):
As important as every game is on Clemson’s schedule, this has got to be the most important. This game will shape the ACC standings this year and in my opinion, grant one of these two teams a first-round bye in the CFB playoffs. Of course the ACC championship will officially determine that, but this game will show who is going to that game. Though I have this listed as a win for Clemson, this can truly go either way and it’s very hard to predict, but here’s why I have it as a win for Clemson. First of all, a very stacked Florida State team narrowly defeated a quite frankly mediocre Clemson team. Now I know that it was a home game for Clemson and since it’s a home game for FSU this year it might sway things, but that’s why I say it could go either way. Florida State does not have much production returning this year, though admittedly they used the transfer portal nicely to regear, but I don’t think it will matter. This game is a toss-up but I give the edge to Clemson.
@ Wake Forest, October 12th, 2024 (Win)
I don’t have much to say about this game, I believe that it will be a victory for Clemson because they are the more talented team. Even though it is an away game, it won’t matter against a team like Wake Forest. The Clemson Tigers take home the win here in Week 6.
Vs. Virginia, October 19th, 2024 (Win)
This is another one of those games that requires not much comment. Clemson is vastly more talented than Virginia and seeing as this is a home game for Clemson, this could potentially be a blowout game. This will be a very interesting game to watch because we’ve seen before where Clemson has lost a game they absolutely should’ve won due to turnovers (Duke). I believe the Tigers will triumph in the end, though.
Vs. Louisville, November 2nd, 2024 (Win)
Louisville will not be as talented as they have been in previous seasons, which is good for Clemson as it will help them clinch another conference opponent win. This is another home game for Clemson, which significantly boosts their performance. Memorial Stadium is one of the toughest places to play away at because of the fanbase, which will prove true for Cardinals as they travel to play Clemson Week 8
@ Virginia Tech, November 9th, 2024 (Win)
This game will be difficult for the Clemson Tigers. There is no other way of saying that. Along with the Florida State and NC State games, this game could go either way. Considering this is an away game for them, it is hard to just give Clemson the win knowing that Virginia Tech has a talented roster and looks to be promising in the ACC this year. However, I give Clemson the win as I don’t believe Virginia Tech currently has the roster to defeat the powerhouse that is Clemson. Of course this could go either way and I could bite my words here but as of know I give the edge to Clemson.
@ Pittsburgh, November 16th, 2024 (Win)
In my opinion, this game is on the same level as the Virginia game. Pittsburgh should be an easy opponent for Clemson and I don’t see them giving our Tigers any hard time. This is also an away game which could potentially give trouble for Clemson but I don’t believe it will in the end.
Vs. The Citadel, November 23rd, 2024 (Win)
As the second-to-last home game of the year, this will be an exciting matchup. However, I give Clemson the win here as I believe they are the more talented team.
Vs. South Carolina, November 30th, 2024 (Win)
The Palmetto Bowl is always an entertaining game to watch each year. In the past decade, Clemson has dominated in this game and I believe they will continue to do so this year. South Carolina has a great thing going but when matched up against Clemson, they won’t be able to compete. Especially considering this is a home game for Clemson, the Tigers will close out the regular season with a win.
I hope you enjoyed my predictions and even though they might not be 100% accurate, I made judgements based on my knowledge of college football and the sport in general. I am by no means an expert. Please give me feedback in the comments and be sure to follow me on here and on Instagram at ClemsonCFBAlerts.
