Clemson Hype

Maybe I'm missing something here, but where did all of this Clemson hype come from?

I understand that they are talented and experienced at every level. After watching some of their games from last year, I just don't see all of the hype that most people do. Their run defense wasn't great, especially playing an ACC schedule.. their d line is awesome, but a lot of those stats are over inflated based on a few games. Kade makes bad decisions just like nuss at times.

I know they'll be better this year, obviously.

Im trying to be unbiased. A lot of people think Clemson will make playoffs and are one of the favorites to make the championship game. Those same people think LSU loses 3 or 4 games (understandable bc of our schedule). However, the majority dont bring up the schedule. They bring up our o line, and nuss turnovers etc.

What am I missing here on why Clemson gets a shite ton of hype based on a mediocre year last year (even with a shite schedule). it started blowing up over the summer and everyone jumped on that hype train.

This may be a hot take, but I think LSU should handle Clemson on Saturday. Key word "should", they gotta go prove it. They haven't in the past 4 years. Clemson has also lost two openers in a row and 4 of the last 5 I think. The film hasn't shown me anything that stands out and makes me think that they are some juggernaut.

Games are played on the field, so none of this hype matters. Was just curious on why people are so high on Clemson all of a sudden.