Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney revealed that the flu bug hit his team hard leading up to their game against South Carolina. The team had several players and coaches who were ill, and some had to receive IVs to stay hydrated. Swinney described the team as looking like a MASH unit, with broken hands, thumbs, and bad feet. Despite the obstacles, Clemson was able to come away with a 16-7 victory. Will Shipley, who didn't practice until Thursday due to illness, had an impressive performance, rushing for 80 yards and catching four passes for 32 yards. Swinney praised the effort of his staff and players for finding a way to get the win despite the challenges they faced. He also gave credit to the team's trainer, Pat Richards, for his assistance during the flu outbreak. This win marks the eighth win for Clemson in their last nine meetings against South Carolina.