Clemson Football: 3 takeaways from close win over Boston College

3. Neither quarterback played great

The numbers might say different, but neither Dennis Grosel nor D.J. Uiagalelei played exceptionally well for four quarters. In Grosel’s defense, he has played admirably in the place of starting quarterback Phil Jurkovec.

At one point in the game, Grosel had completed less than 50 percent of his passes. Grossel got hot late in the fourth quarter and got the Eagles close to winning late until miscues cost them the game.

Grosel did throw two critical interceptions that also derailed potential scoring drives. The game could have been different if Grosel had played better.

Uiagalelei did not fare much better. Tonight was the third game of the season where the Tigers did not have a passing touchdown. Uiagalelei had no rhythm all game. It was one good throw for most of the game, one lousy throw for the sophomore quarterback.

Uiagalelei missed too many opportunities to hit open receivers; two of those misses should have been touchdowns. Uiagalelei did run the football better with 58 rushing yards, though it is evident that he is not an instinctual runner.

Both the Eagles and the Tigers might have more struggles if both quarterbacks continue to struggle to throw the football.