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That almost nothing matchup-related has been talked about this week regarding Clemson’s game with Florida State speaks volumes about their divergent paths. Meanwhile, Indiana is involved in the national game of the week as the greater perceived threat to an elite powerhouse.

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You know, a double-overtime loss to a really good team while down considerable standout players doesn’t look so bad in the grand scheme, huh?

In this popular ongoing series with subscribers, Tigerillustrated.com digs in on what we have heard from Clemson's coaches in advance of Saturday’s kickoff.