Recruits react to Clemson’s victory over FSU

Fourth-ranked Clemson defeated Florida State 31-14 on Saturday. The Tigers, who improved to 9-1 (7-1 ACC), claimed their third straight ACC Atlantic Division title.

After the game, The Clemson Insider reached out to a number of recruits who witnessed the victory in Death Valley for their reactions. Check out what they had to say:

Clemson commit Trevor Lawrence, 2018 5-star QB, Cartersville (Ga.): “Great win over a rival.”

Clemson commit B.T. Potter, 2018 K, Rock Hill (S.C.) South Pointe: “Huge win, great atmosphere as always. Happy for the team as they chase their third ACC championship in a row!”

Clemson commit Brannon Spector, 2019 ATH, Calhoun (Ga.): “ACC championship here we come! Go Tigers!”

Florida commit Jaquaze Sorrells, 2019 4-star DL, Largo (Fla.): “It was impressive. The defense really came to play and so did the offense. They kept each other lifted the whole game even when Florida State snuck in some big plays.”

Steele Chambers, 2019 4-star ATH, Roswell (Ga.) Blessed Trinity: “It was a very solid win. I think the defense set the tone and played solid. The offense missed some opportunities to put the game away early missing scoring opportunities but they tightened things up the second half.”

Curtis Fann, 2019 4-star DL, Twin City (Ga.) Emanuel County Institute: “It was amazing man!”

Drake Thomas, 2019 LB, Wake Forest (N.C.) Heritage: “I think it was pretty impressive. Regardless of the kind of season FSU is having it’s always a good win against Florida State.”

Jacoby Pinckney, 2019 4-star WR, Roebuck (S.C.) Dorman: “I think it was a good win for them. Florida State fought but they fought back harder. They clinched the Atlantic division so that’s good.”

Jesse Hanson, 2019 OL, Daleville (Va.) Lord Botetourt: “Well deserved. Won them the division.”

Kevon Glenn, 2019 LB, Hampton (Ga.) Dutchtown: “It was a great win for Clemson! The defense really got after Florida State and the offense made key plays to get the victory. The crowd was really amazing despite the cold weather as well.”

Alex Huntley, 2020 DL, Columbia (S.C.) Hammond School: “It was a great day and I had no doubt that Clemson would win.”

Luke Doty, 2020 QB/WR, Myrtle Beach (S.C.): “The visit was awesome! Such a great experience topped off with a Tigers’ win. It doesn’t get any better than that!”