That is all to say this: Saturday’s matchup at Clemson is probably the most important South Carolina game in over a decade.

Week 14, otherwise known as Rivalry Week, is often unpredictable. One of the heated rivalry matchups taking place is South Carolina-Clemson. The model sees this as a tight game, with the Tigers getting a 56.7% chance to win while the Gamecocks have a 43.3% chance.

Opening lines have been released for next weekend’s highly anticipated Palmetto Bowl rivalry game between the Clemson and South Carolina football teams. So far, there’s a consensus: Clemson as a slight home favorite. Emphasis on slight. As of Sunday ...