ACC Football: Week 5 Power Rankings

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Oct 1, 2016; Clemson, SC, USA; Clemson Tigers wide receiver Deon Cain (8) reacts after a touchdown during the second quarter against the Louisville Cardinals at Clemson Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports /

The Clemson Tigers are back on top of the ACC power rankings this week after their 42-36 victory over Louisville. Quarterback Deshaun Watson overcame three interceptions and threw the game-winning touchdown pass to tight end Jordan Leggett with 3:14 remaining in the game.

The Clemson Tigers used turnovers and good field position to overcome the odds despite being outgained and holding the ball for a significantly less amount of time. Running back Wayne Gallman paced the rushing attack with 110 rushing yards and a touchdown.

They managed to hold quarterback Lamar Jackson to just three total touchdowns and frustrated him all night. The Clemson defense had five sacks and one interception in the game to hand Louisville their first loss of the season.

This Week: @Boston College

The Tigers face the Boston College Golden Eagles in a short week this week. However, Clemson should be used to the adversity by now. They’ve won five straight games against the Golden Eagles.

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