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Quick Thoughts: Clemson's freshman defenders shine in win over Jackets

CLEMSON – The Tigers appear poised to make a late-season run at a better bowl destination than was thought possible a few weeks ago, and it’s the kids who are helping lead the way.

Clemson defeated Georgia Tech 42-21 on a cold, cloudy afternoon in Death Valley Saturday, but it was over long before the final gun, and the final score isn’t indicative of just how dominant the Tigers were. When freshman Shelton Lewis intercepted Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King and returned it 46 yards for a fourth-quarter touchdown, the Tigers led 42-7 and were able to play a ton of reserves along the way.