Clemson star Barrett Carter discusses facing DJ Uiagalelei and Florida State

Clemson vs. Florida State is always a big game, but it feels a bit more important this upcoming season for the Tigers.

The ACC is in a place right now where Clemson no longer stands alone as the powerhouse of the conference. The top spot is wide open for the taking in 2024, and former Clemson starting quarterback DJ Uiagalelei is now the Seminoles starter, making things that much more exciting.

Clemson linebacker Barrett Carter was asked about Uiagalelei during his press conference at the 2024 ACC Football Kickoff on Thursday.

“Not really much smack talk going on – just catching up, nothing too crazy,” Carter said when asked if he and Uiagalelei still talk.

“Definitely gotta take it week by week, so whenever the Florida State week comes up, I’m definitely going to be super excited for that,” Carter said. “But having played with DJ for two years and just getting to compete with him every single day, it was super fun.”

The Seminoles shouldn’t be as good as last season, but that doesn’t seem to be everyone’s opinion. Some see Florida State as a real contender with Uiagalelei at the helm.

“He’s a great player, great competitor, and he’s going to do great down there,” said Carter, a 2022 All-American and 2023 All-ACC selection. “But I’m definitely looking forward to that game, playing in Tallahassee and just competing with my brother again. But definitely looking forward to playing against DJ and seeing what they’re about.”

Seeing the former Clemson quarterback in a new jersey in the ACC will be wild.