Clemson vs. Kentucky Short Report | Dec 29, 2023

Key Plays:

Standout Players:

• Phil Mafah (Clemson Tigers, RB)

  Phil Mafah ran for four touchdowns, including the game-winner with 21 seconds left, showing remarkable poise and playmaking ability in the fourth quarter when Clemson needed it the most.

• Devin Leary (Kentucky Wildcats, QB)

  Devin Leary passed for 306 yards and two touchdowns, orchestrating the Wildcats' offense effectively and keeping Kentucky competitive until the final play.

• Barion Brown (Kentucky Wildcats, WR)

  Barion Brown was a game-changer with three touchdowns, including a 100-yard kickoff return and a 60-yard reception, providing critical scores and electrifying the crowd.

• Jonathan Weitz (Clemson Tigers, K)

  Jonathan Weitz made three vital field goals, highlighted by a 52-yarder that barely cleared the crossbar, constantly keeping Clemson within striking distance.

• Jake Briningstool (Clemson Tigers, TE)

  Jake Briningstool led Clemson in receiving, recording 91 yards on nine catches, proving crucial in sustaining drives and setting up scores.

• Cade Klubnik (Clemson Tigers, QB)

  Cade Klubnik showed great composure, completing 8 of 9 passes on the winning drive, including a key 16-yard completion on third-and-18 to set up the final touchdown.

• Justin Mascoll (Clemson Tigers, LB)

  Mascoll sealed Clemson’s win with a crucial interception with only 17 seconds remaining, halting Kentucky's last-ditch effort to regain the lead.

• Ray Davis (Kentucky Wildcats, RB)

  Despite a disappointing outcome, Davis played through injury and was a key factor in setting up Kentucky's offensive scores, showing commendable determination and skill.