South Carolina Gamecocks (8-3) vs. Clemson Tigers (9-2)
South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Clemson Tigers November 30 2024 – With the finale of the college football season nearing, the South Carolina Gamecocks and their opponents, the Clemson Tigers, will square off on Saturday, November 30 of the year 2024, in a highly awaited showdown that could help decide various postseason opportunities. The Gamecocks, who have a decent season record of 8-3, go head-to-head with the tough 9-2 Tigers in an enthralling Week 14 battle. Besides showcasing the local teams in a regional rivalry, this game has great significance in determining which teams qualify for the bowl games.
South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Clemson Tigers November 30 2024 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 12:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Memorial Stadium, Clemson, SC |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Clemson Tigers Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| South Carolina | +115 | +2.5 (-105) | Over 49.5 (-105) |
| Clemson | -135 | -2.5 (-115) | Under 49.5 (-115) |
Currently, the betting lines suggest that Clemson will win by -2.5 points thanks to their home-ground advantage. As for the over-under, it is expected to be around 49.5 which also indicates a high-scoring affair is highly likely to occur. It is these lines that exemplify the fierce nature of this rivalry and the historical level at which these teams have been able to compete against each other.
LaNorris Sellers QB vs. Cade Klubnik QB
LaNorris Sellers has had a great season for South Carolina throwing for 2110 yards, completing 65.2 percent of his passes, and throwing over 17 touchdowns while being intercepted only 6 times. How well he does under such pressure will be crucial, especially considering that this season is still somewhat unpredictable with Clemson’s defense often flipping the script. He is also the kind of player who, while capable of absorbing a sack, does not lose much ground when it occurs so he too has a lot of flexibility in his game.
On the contrary, Cade Klubnik is on the offensive for the other team, Clemson, who has thrown for a total of 2761 yards and accrued 29 touchdowns. His average of 63.9 percent for completion brings him a notch lower than expected. According to the statistics, his average yards per pass attempt is lower revealing a tendency towards making big plays which can be the x factor that the tigers require. But under Gamecock defense which has been solid these days he will be burnt at the stake for how much time he stays calm and composed.
South Carolina Gamecocks Rushing and Receiving Review
The Gamecocks in their recent five games, have been quite the dominant offensive side, especially when they thrashed Wofford 56-12 and also managed to outscore Texas A&M 44-20. Sanders Raheim has accrued 821 rushing yards along with scoring eleven touchdowns, while Mazeo Bennett Jr. caught important passes and hauled three receiving touchdowns. This form could be crucial when going up against Clemson, a highly competitive side at home but one who has weaknesses against powerful offenses.
Clemson Tigers Rushing and Receiving Analysis
In their last 5 outings, an impressive trend was seen in the play of Phil Mafah and Antonio Williams which has been consistent. This season, Mafah has gone over the 1,000 mark as well in rushing yards providing a dependable ground game to enhance the air attack by Klubnik. Williams has 689 receiving yards and 10 touchdown passes and still remains a crucial target to quarterback Klubnik during critical moments. The capacity of the Tigers to have balance in their attack may be a nightmare for the defense of the Gamecocks.
South Carolina Gamecocks Betting Trends
The Gamecocks have been strong against the spread, going 5-1 ATS in their last six games. This trend indicates a strong performance against expectations, which may continue given their recent offensive form. However, their historical performance against Clemson, 1-8 SU in the last 9 encounters, shows a need to overcome psychological barriers.
Clemson Tigers Betting Trends
Despite their strong overall season record, Clemson has struggled to cover the spread, going 1-4 ATS in their last five games. This could be a concern for bettors leaning towards Clemson, as the pressure of a close rivalry game could exacerbate their recent issues with covering.
South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Clemson Tigers Betting Previews
The current rivalry seems to be slanted slightly toward Clemson by most pundits and fans because they are playing at home and have ga ood offensive threat. History tends to be in their favor. However, South Carolina has been scoring a lot lately, and covering the spread for Clemson has been harder than expected. So perhaps taking Gamecocks with the points is the best idea. The over on 49.5 as well seems reasonable as both teams have been able to score in their recent matches.
Taking everything into account, there will not be more than a single possession separating two teams with Clemson potentially being the winner. Perhaps the wiser bet will be on South Carolina covering the spread while also sneaking in an over bet just in case.
Score Prediction: Clemson Tigers 27, South Carolina Gamecocks 24.
