Clemson was already heading into 2016 with a rebuilt defensive secondary. And now there's another person to potentially replace.
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said cornerback Adrian Baker suffered a torn ACL during spring practice per the Post and Courier. Because of the timing of the injury, Baker's status for the 2016 season is in severe doubt. Games are less than six months away.
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Baker had 13 tackles and two interceptions in 2015. Those interceptions came in a win over Florida State – a game that helped ensure the Tigers would make it to the ACC Championship Game – and also against South Carolina in the final game of the regular season.
He was expected to be a major contributor at cornerback in 2016 with the departure of Mackensie Alexander to the NFL draft. Clemson safeties Jayron Kearse and T.J. Green also declared for the draft.
Clemson kicks off the 2016 season against Wofford on Sep. 5.
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