Veteran linebackers Dorian O’Daniel and Kendall Joseph know what it takes to win and to lead a successful defense. This year they are looking to take their game to a new level and leave their mark on the Clemson program at the same time.
In 2014, when O’Daniel, a redshirt freshman at the time, and Joseph, a freshman, were just beginning their careers at Clemson, the Tigers’ defense finished the season at the top of 11 defensive statistical categories, including total defense. The linebackers learned not only how to play good defense but also witnessed leadership in action in the form of Ben Boulware, Stephone Anthony and Spencer Shuey.