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Clemson football: 3 bold predictions at Syracuse in Week 5

By Miguel Mike Medina

Sep 23, 2023; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) throws a pass against the Florida State Seminoles during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 23, 2023; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) throws a pass against the Florida State Seminoles during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 9, 2023; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange wide receiver Isaiah Jones (80) runs with the ball after a catch as Western Michigan Broncos safety Tate Hillock (3) defends during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 9, 2023; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange wide receiver Isaiah Jones (80) runs with the ball after a catch as Western Michigan Broncos safety Tate Hillock (3) defends during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Isaiah Jones’ absence will be the difference

Injuries are piling up for this Syracuse team. Isaiah Jones being ruled out for this game hurts Syracuse. Jones is out indefinitely. He has been great for them with eight receptions for 157 yards and two touchdowns. He got hurt during the game against Purdue in Week 3. Garrett Shrader will need to rely on another wide receiver like Damien Alford, who had a good game against the Army with nine receptions for 135 yards.

The Orange are dealing with other key injuries on offense such as tight end Oronde Gadsden II, who is ruled out for the season with an ankle injury.

Clemson has won the first half in 11 of its last 12 games against conference opponents. Syracuse has won the first quarter in four of its last five home games against conference opponents.

It’s a primetime game that we can’t wait to see. Clemson and Syracuse will collide on Saturday at noon at the Carrier Dome.

Will Clemson get their first ACC win of the series or will Syracuse remain undefeated?

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