Game: South Carolina Gamecocks vs Clemson Tigers
Date: Saturday, November 30, 2024
Location: Memorial Stadium in Clemson, SC
TV: ESPN
Odds/Point Spread: Clemson (-2.5)
Total/Over-Under: 48.5
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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The Clemson Tigers (9-2) are set to host the South Carolina Gamecocks (8-3) at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, November 30, 2024. As per the Bovada latest odds, Clemson is favored by 2.5 points, with an over/under line of 48.5 points.
The South Carolina Gamecocks enter this game with a solid record of 8-3. In their previous matchup, they dominated the Wofford Terriers, winning decisively 56-12. In that game, South Carolina executed 46 rushing attempts, amassing 265 yards, averaging 5.8 yards per carry. They had a total of 78 offensive plays, generating 608 yards overall. On the defensive side, the Gamecocks allowed 17 completions out of 31 attempts for 219 yards, achieving a completion rate of 54.8%. Against the running game, South Carolina was stout, yielding only 28 yards on 27 carries (averaging 1.0 yards per attempt).
When it comes to scoring, the South Carolina Gamecocks average 32.9 points per game. They rank 38th in Division 1 with an average of 181.8 rushing yards per game. This season, they’ve totaled 4,480 yards, with 20 touchdowns through the air and 23 on the ground. South Carolina has achieved 240 first downs and committed 74 penalties for a loss of 633 yards, along with 17 turnovers.
Defensively, South Carolina ranks 14th nationally for points allowed, giving up 18.2 PPG. They limit opponents to an average of 2.9 rushing yards per carry and 103.4 rushing yards per game, resulting in 1,137 yards surrendered in 11 games. In the passing game, they’ve allowed 2,203 yards (ranking 44th nationally), permitting an average of 200.3 passing yards per game and a completion rate of 57.0%. Overall, their defense concedes 303.6 yards per game, placing them 13th in Division 1. They have allowed 9 passing touchdowns and 14 rushing touchdowns this season.
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The Clemson Tigers come into this game with a record of 9-2. In their most recent outing, they triumphed over The Citadel Bulldogs with a score of 51-14. Clemson’s defense allowed 55 rushing attempts equating to 288 yards (averaging 5.2 yards per rush). Their secondary was notably effective, allowing just 3 completions out of 11 attempts for 99 yards, which translates to a completion rate of 27.3%. Clemson totaled 562 yards from 59 offensive plays, averaging 9.5 yards per play, and rushed for a remarkable 302 yards on 28 carries, averaging 10.8 yards per attempt.
On the offensive side, Clemson ranks 11th in Division 1, scoring an average of 37.6 PPG, and they have racked up an impressive average of 469.9 yards per game, placing them 6th nationally. The Tigers have been penalized for 587 yards on 61 infractions, ranking 79th in terms of helping opponents. Thus far, they’ve thrown 6 interceptions and have had 2 fumbles recovered by opponents, while achieving 275 first downs. Their aerial attack has accounted for 3,021 passing yards at an average of 274.6 passing yards per game, ranking them 23rd in the country. Additionally, Clemson averages 195.3 rushing yards per game with a total of 2,148 yards on the ground.
Clemson’s defense has allowed a total of 1,536 rushing yards this season (averaging 139.6 yards per game) along with 11 rushing touchdowns. They have surrendered 18 passing touchdowns, giving up an average of 210.8 yards per game through the air, placing them 53rd in Division 1. Their defense has recovered 7 fumbles and made 13 interceptions throughout the campaign. In total, Clemson has participated in 723 defensive plays, ranking them 60th in college football. They concede an average of 22.0 points per game, positioning them at 40th nationally, allowing a cumulative total of 242 points this season.
Free Pick: Bet on the Clemson Tigers (-2.5)
