Clemson, SC
Sep 21, 2024
Upload a photo of you at this game and we'll create a commemorative ticket of it.
Clemson Tigers not only secured a significant 59-35 victory over NC State Wolfpack but also marked their 800th win in program history. Clemson’s explosive offense, led by junior quarterback Cade Klubnik, and their opportunistic defense played pivotal roles in this milestone victory in the 92nd installment of the Textile Bowl, held at a sold-out Memorial Stadium.
Klubnik spearheaded Clemson to a 28-0 lead in the first quarter, completing 16 of 24 passes for 209 yards and three touchdowns while rushing for 70 yards, including a career-long 55-yard touchdown run. Phil Mafah added 107 yards on the ground with a 38-yard touchdown run. The Clemson defense contributed significantly with two first-quarter turnovers and a 53-yard interception return for a touchdown by cornerback Ashton Hampton. Despite NC State’s attempts to mount a comeback in the second half, Clemson’s lead proved insurmountable.
Cade Klubnik (Clemson Tigers)
Klubnik rushed for a career-long 55-yard touchdown on the fourth play from scrimmage, opening the scoring for Clemson and setting an aggressive tone for the game, marking the longest run by a Clemson quarterback since Trevor Lawrence's 67-yard run in the 2019 Fiesta Bowl.
Phil Mafah (Clemson Tigers)
Mafah's 38-yard touchdown run capped a sequence facilitating Clemson's 28-0 first-quarter lead. This rush moved him past 2,000 career rushing yards, a milestone few Clemson players have achieved.
Jordan Waters (NC State Wolfpack)
Waters caught a 5-yard touchdown pass from CJ Bailey, putting NC State on the board in their bid to come back from the deficit.
Cole Turner (Clemson Tigers)
Turner scored his first career touchdown on an 18-yard run, extending Clemson's lead to 35-7. This was the first rushing touchdown by a Clemson wide receiver since 2021.
Ashton Hampton (Clemson Tigers)
Hampton intercepted CJ Bailey and returned it 53 yards for a touchdown, further solidifying Clemson's lead late in the third quarter and demoralizing NC State.
Hollywood Smothers (NC State Wolfpack)
Smothers rushed for a 2-yard touchdown, resonating NC State's fighting spirit as they tried to close the gap.
Lex Thomas (NC State Wolfpack)
Thomas delivered a 40-yard touchdown pass to Terrell Anderson, showing a glimpse of resilience as the game neared its end.
Cade Klubnik (Clemson Tigers, QB)
Displayed remarkable efficiency passing for 209 yards and three touchdowns, while also rushing for 70 yards including a career-long 55-yard touchdown, leading Clemson's offense to seven touchdowns on nine drives.
Phil Mafah (Clemson Tigers, RB)
Accrued 107 rushing yards on seven carries, highlighted by a 38-yard touchdown run, and reached the milestone of 2,000 career rushing yards.
Antonio Williams (Clemson Tigers, WR)
Scored two key touchdowns in the first quarter, helping to build Clemson's early 28-0 lead which set the tone for the rest of the game.
Ashton Hampton (Clemson Tigers, DB)
Clutched a game-securing 53-yard interception return for a touchdown, showcasing his defensive prowess late in the third quarter.
Kendrick Raphael (NC State Wolfpack, RB)
Stepped up with 90 rushing yards and a touchdown, continuing his solid performance as NC State's most effective rushing option.
Lex Thomas (NC State Wolfpack, QB)
In his college debut, threw a precise 40-yard touchdown pass and added to NC State's late-game efforts with two more scoring drives.
Jay Haynes (Clemson Tigers, RB)
Contributed significantly to Clemson's running game with 42 rushing yards and a touchdown on eight carries, further establishing team dominance.
T.J. Parker (Clemson Tigers, DE)
Excelled defensively with two sacks, one forced fumble, and multiple tackles, disrupting NC State's offensive rhythm throughout the game.
NC State Wolfpack
0
7
7
21
35
Clemson Tigers
28
17
14
0
59
