This will be the 10th all-time meeting between the two programs, with the Tigers holding an 8-1 edge. In the last matchup, the Cardinals finally got in the win column in the series, capturing a 33-21 victory in Death Valley back on Nov. 2, 2024.

In a recent public appearance, Clemson athletic director Graham Neff did not take a firm stance on whether that’s the best way to run a college football program in 2025 — but he did acknowledge there’s “probably a better balance” for Clemson football to strike going forward.

The Florida State Seminoles are playing the Clemson Tigers in a Week 11 college football game. Follow live updates.

Clemson ’s season hasn’t gone as planned, but Dabo Swinney believes his team still has plenty left to fight for. Sitting at 4-5 with three games remaining, the Tigers are chasing a goal that’s been a constant in the program for decades — earning a postseason berth.

CLEMSON, S.C. - With their backs against the wall in a conference rivalry contest, the Clemson Tigers (4-5, 3-4 ACC) racked up 319 yards of offense as they took down the Florida State Seminoles (4-5, 1-5 ACC), 24-10, at Memorial Stadium on Saturday.

CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 08: Avieon Terrell #8 of the Clemson Tigers reacts after a play during the second half of a football game against the Florida State Seminoles at Memorial Stadium on November 08, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. David Jensen Getty Images Clemson has a kickoff time for its last home game of 2025.

Cade Klubnik has been far more impressive of late, launching him up ESPN’s updated quarterback power rankings.

Dabo Swinney has announced a new strength coach following the retirement of a mainstay in the Clemson Tigers football program