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Former GHS star Watson makes college debut today in Athens
Freshman QB likely to play as Clemson visits Georgia
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Clemson freshman quarterback Deshaun Waton, left, hands an autograph book back to a young fan Aug, 17 at the Tigers' Fan Appreciation Day at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. - photo by Mark Crammer
Fans of Gainesville High, Georgia and Clemson will come together today as the state’s record holder in career passing yards and touchdowns returns home for his collegiate debut. Deshaun Watson, a 2014 graduate of Gainesville High and freshman Clemson quarterback, may see action in today’s game against Georgia, slated for a 5:30 p.m. start in Athens (ESPN). Clemson offensive coordinator Chad Morris emphasized that Watson will see playing time in his freshman season and will not redshirt, likely starting with today’s opening game down the road from his old stomping grounds.