Clemson’s hopes for a late-season turnaround may rest on the health of its quarterback. After a brutal 1-3 start to the season and a recent rebound against North Carolina, the Tigers still face an uphill battle to salvage their year, and any faint College Football Playoff hopes appear all but gone.

Sports Illustrated’s Pat Forde didn’t mince words when assessing Clemson’s postseason chances, writing that the team is “cooked” as an at-large playoff contender. Despite an explosive 38-10 win over North Carolina that featured Cade Klubnik completing 22 of 24 passes for 254 yards and four touchdowns, Forde noted that the Tigers’ early losses have left them little room for error.

“With three losses and few chances for quality wins remaining, Clemson is cooked as an at-large playoff contend

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