Clemson On The Defensive Going Into FSU Game

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Story Created: Sep 16, 2012 at 6:14 PM EDT

Story Updated: Sep 16, 2012 at 6:14 PM EDT

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) -- Clemson's offense sure looks ready for Florida State. The 10th-ranked Tigers' defense? That's anyone's guess after another so-so showing against Furman of the Football Championship Subdivision.

Clemson (3-0) beat the Paladins 41-7 and open defense of its Atlantic Coast Conference title at No. 4 Florida State in Tallahassee, a game that figures to go a long way in deciding the Atlantic Division.

Clemson's offense has been every bit as explosive as a year ago, especially with Sammy Watkins back from a two-game suspension. The Tigers' defense also looks like it did in 2011 — and that's not a good thing.

Clemson defensive coordinator Brent Venables said his group's first half showing made him want to throw up. It may have made Florida State coaches lick their chops.

Copyright 2012 The Associated Press.

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