FBS-CFB Game Preview: Clemson Tigers (4-5) vs. Louisville Cardinals (7-2)

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Venue & Game Information

Location: L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium, Louisville, KY

Kickoff: Friday, November 14, 2025, 7:30 p.m. ET

Broadcast: ESPN

Capacity: 61,000+ fans; Louisville’s home field is known for its loud, hostile environment

Weather Outlook

Forecast: Chilly evening, mid-40s°F at kickoff

Wind: 6–8 mph, minor impact on passing/kicking

Impact: Cold conditions favor Louisville’s run-heavy approach

Injury Report

Clemson: RB Adam Randall (ankle) probable; WR Antonio Williams (hamstring) expected to play.

Louisville: RB Isaac Brown (leg) questionable; QB Miller Moss (rib soreness) probable.

Team Recent Form

Clemson Tigers: Coming off a 24–10 win over Florida State, but overall inconsistent. Offense averages 22.7 points per game, defense allows 25.1 points per game.

Louisville Cardinals: Lost 29–26 to California last week, but still in ACC title contention. Offense averages 31.9 points per game, defense allows 21.8 points per game.

Player Matchups

QB Battle:

Clemson: Cade Klubnik – 1,875 yards, 12 TD, 7 INT, 62% completion.

Louisville: Miller Moss – 2,231 yards, 19 TD, 9 INT, 70% completion.

RBs:

Clemson: Adam Randall – 48 yards vs. FSU, 3.2 YPC.

Louisville: Keyjuan Brown – 136 yards vs. Cal, 9.7 YPC.

WRs:

Clemson: Antonio Williams – 62 yards, 1 TD vs. FSU.

Louisville: Caullin Lacy – 60 yards vs. Cal.

Defense: Clemson ranks 5th in ACC run defense (106.2 ypg); Louisville’s rushing attack averages 210 yards/game in wins.

Series History

Clemson leads the all-time series 8–1.

Louisville’s lone win came in 2024 under Jeff Brohm.

Last year: Louisville rushed for 210 yards in a 33–21 victory.

Betting Trends

Louisville: 3–6 ATS this season; 2–6 ATS as favorites of 3+ points.

Clemson: 3–6 ATS; 4 of 9 games have hit the Over.

Louisville has gone Over in 5 of 9 games.

Predicted Score: Louisville 27 – Clemson 20

Summary: This ACC showdown pits Clemson’s inconsistent offense against Louisville’s balanced attack. The Tigers’ defense is strong against the run, but Louisville’s rushing depth and home-field advantage tilt the matchup. Expect a competitive but controlled game, with Louisville favored to cover and the Under offering value.

Game Odds

Clemson Tigers                 50

Louisville Cardinals         – 3

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Thursday, November 13, 2025