Clemson Tigers (10-3) vs. Texas Longhorns (11-2)
Clemson Tigers vs. Texas Longhorns December 21 2024 – The DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium will continue hosting more playoff matches as the Texas Longhorns meet the Clemson Tigers. Both teams arrive with a good number of wins, but the Texas Longhorns have the edges after a stunning 11-2 season performance at home. The Clemson Tigers who are fresh from a playoff matchup against SMU, where they won 34-31, will look to cause an upset against a Texans side still seeking to recover from a heartbreak against Georgia.
Clemson Tigers vs. Texas Longhorns December 21 2024 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 4:00 PM ET |
| Where: | DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, Texas |
| TV: | TNT/Max |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Clemson Tigers vs. Texas Longhorns Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Clemson | +340 | +12 (-110) | 51.5 Over -110 |
| Texas | -450 | -12 (-110) | 51.5 Under -110 |
With a 12-point lead, Texas is at the top betting odds list in the NCA football playoffs. In terms of moneyline, Clemson holds an edge of 340. Usually, they are the underdog in these playoffs. The total lined at 51.5 signals that it is likely to be a rather low- scoring game as the total points scored by both teams have often not exceeded the total bets placed on the games in the recent few played.
Cade Klubnik QB vs. Quinn Ewers QB
Cade Klubnik has become the most crucial offensive player for the Tigers after tossing 33 touchdown passes and throwing for 3,303 yards. As long as he remains unphased during the game, he is a threat due to his accurate percentage of 63.7 and his capability to perform some game-changing passes. However, the true telling course of concern for Clemson is their 20 sacks allowed – this would be pew for an advantage in opportunistic tackles to go down.
Quin Ewers certainly made it easy for the Texas offense with his 2,665 yards and 66.2% pass completion. He has scored 25 touchdowns which is quite impressive in finishing goals, however 9 interceptions mean that sometimes he crumbles under pressure. The ability to distribute play and control the ball well would be crucial for Ewers against Clemson’s solid defense line.
Clemson’s Road Dominance Tested
Clemson has been hard to play against recently, having won five out of their last six games and their latest victory was against SMU. In a balanced offensive scheme, Phil Mafah has rushed for 1,106 yards while Antonio Williams has provided 838 yards passing, along with ten touchdown throws. Based on their statistics, they are certainly a playoff team taking into account their amazing performance in December (18-1 SU); however, it would be fascinating to observe how they cope with many challenges on their way they are to face Texas.
Texas Eyes Redemption at Home
Texans come into this clash of Titans boasting a remarkable 13-1 record on their home turf. Supporting the ranks with consistency is running back Quintrevion Wisner, who has 863 rushing yards while able to cause concern and damage, is wide receiver Matthew Golden with his 738 receiving yards and 8 touchdowns. More recently, it seems Texas’ defense has undergone a transformation and has become a forte – during four of their five most recent triumphs, the team conceded less than 20 points, which obviously makes them a dangerous team.
Clemson Tigers Betting Trends
Clemson has a tough time covering the spread with a record of 2-5 over their last seven matches. But considering their 15-3 overall and 5-0 away runs, they are capable of performing under pressure. Their recent form has shown a trend of playing slower, which in turn could impact the decision to bet on them in the future.
Texas Longhorns Betting Trends
Texas has emerged victorious in their last 20 games with a record of 17-3 win-loss in all of those games and hold a 13-1 win-loss record when playing from home. This also explains why they are such a strong opponent when it comes to betting. The total has gone UNDER in eight of their last nine games, reflecting their strong defensive capabilities. The Longhorns are also quite impressive on Saturdays as they have won 17 out of their last 19 matches.
Clemson Tigers vs. Texas Longhorns Betting Previews
This playoff battle has the upper hand of Clemson’s playoff experience and road strength against Texas’ home crowd and balanced team. Climbing back on the winnings over the spread against seasoned Clemson might prove difficult for Texas’ -12 spread, making the Tigers look good to cover. Nonetheless, it is worth stressing that Texas is in great form, and due to their strong defense, they should win.
Considering the defensive patterns of both sides, it appears a prudent decision to lean towards the UNDER on 51.5. Join the markets on boom bets on Klubnik’s passing touchdowns or Wisner’s rushing yards. Finally, expect strategic gameplay early on but Texas to create some space in the end.
Score Prediction: Texas Longhorns 28, Clemson Tigers 20.
