Hour 2: Could this be Dabo's Final Season with Clemson?

About this episode

The episode discusses the recent performance of Clemson and speculates on Dabo Swinney's future with the team, alongside a breakdown of Michigan's game and a comparison between Ohio State and Texas.

First Take resumes with a break down of the mayhem in Michigan. A hail mary wins it for the Wolverines, but did they really deserve it? Next a conversation is had about Dabo Swinney and Clemson. Does Clemson's performance leave you with any hope for the rest of the season? Might this be Dabo's last year with the Tigers? Then the crew discusses who their more confident in this year, Ohio State or Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Stephen A. Smith, Shae Cornette

Topics covered

• Clemson football
• Dabo Swinney
• Ohio State vs Texas
• Michigan football
• college football analysis

Keywords

• Dabo Swinney
• Clemson
• Ohio State
• Texas
• Michigan
• college football
• sports analysis

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Clemson, Ohio State, Texas, Michigan

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