On the gridiron, the Clemson Tigers return to Death Valley to face off against acc foe the NC State Wolfpack. The Tigers are coming off a 66-20 win against Appalachian State. Clemson scored a touchdown on each of their first eight drives.

Here are three defensive players to watch for the Clemson Tigers and the NC State Wolfpack before Saturday’s game.

Clemson (1-1) was picked to finish second in the ACC race and N.C. State (2-1) was picked fourth, making this a key early matchup in the league title chase in the ACC opener for both teams. N.C. State hasn't won at Clemson since 2002 with Philip Rivers at quarterback,

Clemson football looks to win its first ACC game vs NC State on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Here is what to know about the matchup and a prediction.