Looking ahead to the Week 1 ACC schedule, one game in particular stands out to ACC Network football analyst Eddie Royal – a non-conference showdown between the ACC’s Tigers and the SEC’s Bayou Bengals.
Royal “can’t wait” to see Dabo Swinney’s Clemson squad open the 2026 season against LSU and new head coach Lane Kiffin on Sept. 5 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
Royal, the former Virginia Tech standout and nine-year NFL wide receiver, recently weighed in with his thoughts on the upcoming matchup.
“Well, look, it’s Clemson and LSU. That’s what stands out to me.