Georgia Tech at Clemson (No. 6)
Clemson, fresh off a monumental win over Notre Dame at home last weekend, could be in danger of falling in a trap-game scenario. Georgia Tech has lost three games in a row and has fallen out of the rankings altogether.
But make no mistake about it: The Yellowjackets could get rolling on offense and run down Clemson’s defense, and all it takes is a turnover or two for a game to turn. Should Georgia Tech emerge victorious, it could mean a trip back into the rankings and it would rock Clemson’s burgeoning playoff hopes.
That said, young Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson has shown poise under pressure, the Tigers are playing at home, and the team’s defense neutralized a fairly potent Irish rushing attack last weekend.
Prediction: Clemson wins 31-17.