Tavaris Barnes 'could be special player'

Sophomore DT Tavaris Barnes, a former four-star recruit, has been among the most impressive performers early in spring practice. Barnes is competing for a starting role. “He’s one of those guys I’m really pleased with after five practices,” coach Dabo Swinney said. “If he’s not a very good player then we are probably not going to be a very good defense. When all is said and done, he could be a special player.”