The Wolfpack has won two of the last three games. It was seeking its first win of the season over a power program.

The Tigers have leaned on youth to find their way offensively, bounce back from brutal loss to Georgia in Week 1

But the facts remain the same. The ACC holds every ounce of leverage, and Clemson and FSU saying they’ll stay in the league only under their terms is the ultimate walk-back, a desperation play. Which in turn means if the ACC goes along, it’s only offering those schools the dollar-lined off-ramp they’re desperately seeking.

After Clemson's 34-3 loss to Georgia to open the season, it was easy to write off the Tigers. But their play since calls for a reassessment.

This season could have went downhill fast if Clemson didn't respond, but that's exactly what Swinney and the Tigers did. The Tigers' offense in particular, has taken the next step at a desperately needed time.

College Football Playoff bubble watch for the SEC Week 4 of the college football season provided us with the same amount of answers as it did lingering question