Hunter Renfrow: Clutch on 3rd down, even better on others

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Just ask any play by play announcer or color analyst that's seen Clemson play, and they'll be sure to tell you:  Hunter Renfrow is superb on third down.

The trend started early, as Renfrow had 3rd down receptions for first downs in both touchdown drives in Clemson's 14-6 victory over Auburn.

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"Big Game" Hunter

There's no disagreeing that Renfrow is clutch on third down as 16 of his 19 receptions on 3rd down have resulted in first downs. 

But news flash- Renfrow's even better on the other three downs. 

As a matter of fact, third downs rank fourth (out of 4) in every category of Renfrow's statistics below, except first downs (and a tie for explosive plays). 

Renfrow has more catches, a higher completion percentage and more receiving yards on first down. His greatest yards per target and yards per catch come on second down.**

Targeted more than any other Tiger on 3rd down, Renfrow has a high percentage of converting those into first downs,  and that's crucial in keeping drives alive and winning games. The kudos are warranted, but don't limit him to being a "3rd down receiver".

The security blanket, go to guy, clutch, "Big Game" Hunter, take your pick or make up your own, but Hunter Renfrow is good on every down.

Hunter Renfrow By Down

*Explosive passes are passes that gain16 yards or more.

**Analysis of yards/target and yards/catch excludes 4th down due to small sample size.