Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers host the SMU Mustangs in Death Valley in Week 8 of the 2025 college football season, ESPN SP+ predicts the winner.

CLEMSON, S.C. — SMU kicker Sam Keltner didn’t attempt a field goal in the second half of Saturday’s 35-24 win over Clemson, but his name was the one chanted in the locker room as the team celebrated. “Shoutout Sam Keltner. Shoutout Sam,” SMU linebacker Brandon Miyazono said multiple times during his postgame press conference.

Clemson football will look to extend its winning streak in ACC play when the Tigers host SMU in Week 8 of the 2025 college football season at Memorial Stadium. After two straight conference victories, the Tigers aim to keep their momentum going and move above .500 for the first time since September.

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The SMU Mustangs (4-2) hit the road in the ACC for their first-ever regular-season game against the Clemson Tigers (3-3).

Facing a third-and-10 at Clemson’s 35 with 2:29 to go, SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings threw for 26 yards and a first down. And SMU RB Chris Johnson Jr. put his team up for good with a rushing TD on a third-and-6 with 1:03 to go.

Clemson Tigers quarterback Cade Klubnik is officially listed as questionable due to an ankle injury for the Week 8 game vs. the SMU Mustangs.