Clemson vs. Maryland: TV Schedule, Live Streaming, Radio, Game Time and More
Clemson is the surprise team of the college season. They are absolutely rolling. They are 6-0, and they have compiled that 6-0 record while playing a tough schedule.
Maryland has had a rougher go of things. They started off their season with a big win against Miami, but they have won just one time since then.
They enter this game 2-3 and in need of a win.
Where: Byrd Stadium in College Park, Md.
When: Saturday, October 15 at 7 p.m. ET
Watch: ESPNU
Live Stream: ESPN3
Radio: Full list of Clemson radio networks, full list of Maryland radio networks.
Betting Line: Clemson -9 according to Bodog Sports
Injury Report for Clemson
Injury information via USA Today.
Day-to-day: QB Tajh Boyd (hip).
Out: PK Spencer Benton (shoulder).
Injury Report Maryland
Injury information via USA Today.
Day-to-day: LB Kenny Tate (Undisclosed), LB Darin Drakeford (leg), DL Andre Monroe (leg).
Out: OL Justin Gilbert, DB Matt Robinson (shoulder), DB Matt Robinson (shoulder), DL Isaiah Ross (leg), TE Dave Stinebaugh (shoulder), OL Pete DeSouza (leg), DL Justin Anderson (foot).
BCS/Top 25 Poll Implications
Clemson skyrocketed up the rankings with three straight wins over teams in the Top 25. That poll climbing has come crashing to an end. They can destroy Maryland in this game and they only way they will move up is if a team in front of them loses.
Key Storyline: Health of Clemson QB Tajh Boyd
Boyd was knocked out in the third quarter of Clemson's win against Boston College last Saturday. Boyd suffered an injury to his hip. He is likely to play on Saturday, but it remains to be seen how the injury will affect his mobility.
What They're Saying
As I was saying above Clemson has been skyrocketing up the polls with three straight wins against teams in the Top 25. Now they find themselves playing teams they should beat easily. ESPN sheds some insight on the problems this poses:
"Coach Dabo Swinney is guarding against complacency in an effort to extend the current run.
"It's easy to lose your focus and get complacent," he said. "You start reading your press clippings and listen to everyone tell you how good you are. We have to stick to the same formula every week. We prepare with purpose, every day. We give great effort with emphasis on technique.
"Teams lose their focus and their humility and then they lose."
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Player to Watch Clemson: WR Sammy Watkins
Watkins is an amazing freshman receiver. He has all the tools you look for in a receiver, and he is putting up huge numbers.
Watkins has 38 catches for 623 yards and six touchdowns. He is a dangerous playmaker.
Player to Watch Maryland: RB Davin Megget
Davin is a shifty and deceptively strong running back. The son of former NFL running back Dave Megget, Davin is averaging five yards per carry and has gained 413 yards and two touchdowns.
He also has 10 catches for 81 yards.
Key Matchup: Sammy Watkins vs. Maryland Secondary
Maryland would be wise to keep a safety over Watkins all game. Even with an extra set of eyes on him Watkins still has the potential to beat a team deep.
Prediction: Clemson 32, Maryland 17
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