Clemson’s DT Problem Just Got Worse Before LSU | Clemson Tigers Podcast

Vic Burley’s indefinite suspension does not cost Clemson a proven star, but it makes an already questionable defensive tackle room even harder to trust heading into LSU. Morgan Thomas breaks down why Burley’s value was greater than his career production suggests, why Amare Adams now becomes even more important, and what Clemson needs from Andy Burburija and Markus Strong. Plus, what happens to Tom Allen’s defense if Clemson cannot control the A and B gaps without committing extra resources? And if defensive tackle remains a weakness in 2026, how much responsibility falls on Nick Eason and Clemson’s development at the position? The Tigers have bodies. The question is whether they have enough proven answers. 00:00 Why Vic Burley’s Suspension Matters05:40 Clemson Has Lost More Than Production08:52 Dabo Is Still Looking for a DT “Alpha”16:35 Amare Adams Has to Step Up18:22 Does Clemson Have Proven DT Depth?21:22 How LSU Should Attack Clemson25:05 How DT Problems Affect Tom Allen’s Defense26:53 Pressure Mounts on Nick Eason27:33 Clemson’s Margin for Error Is Gone Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Poncho Outdoors Go to https://ponchooutdoors.com/LOCKEDON and enter your email to get $10 off and free shipping on your first order. KALSHI For a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10. .  The Game Don't miss this chance to celebrate 40 years of The Game with 40% off your entire order. Visit https://TheGameCaps.com and use promo code LOCKEDON at checkout.  5-Hour ENERGY Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon.  Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.