College Football Playoff: 5 Reasons Clemson will win National Championship

5. Clemson has been here before

Clemson, obviously, has been to the College Football Playoff before. Most importantly, though, many players return from that team. Experience in these types of situations cannot be understated. Alabama and Nick Saban have had a ton of success in National Championship situations, and no one doubts the Crimson Tide will continue to win titles. Dabo Swinney and Co. now hope to duplicate that success in the College Football Playoff.

Unfortunately for the Clemson Tigers, their path is incredibly tough. While Alabama arguably has the easiest matchup, no one envies Ohio State or Clemson. That game could easily be the National Championship, but instead it is just the semifinal.

One could argue that Ohio State has the same experience as Clemson, and that is true to an extent. Many of Clemson’s leaders are still the same, though, while Ohio State’s run came two years ago.

Clemson’s lack of fear will be vital to their winning the College Football Playoff.