Clemson, SC
Oct 19, 2024
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The Clemson Tigers overcame an early deficit to defeat the Virginia Cavaliers 48-31 at Memorial Stadium. The Tigers initially struggled, trailing 10-3 at the start of the second quarter due to a rare interception from QB Cade Klubnik. However, Clemson stormed back with a dominating performance, scoring 35 straight points, propelled by Klubnik's three touchdown passes and Phil Mafah's two rushing scores, as they amassed over 500 yards of offense.
In the fourth quarter, Virginia displayed resilience with a late surge, scoring 21 points against Clemson's reserves. Despite this effort, the Cavs fell short of a comeback, as Clemson's impressive third-quarter performance, highlighted by a pivotal 21-0 outscoring stretch, secured their fifth consecutive ACC victory. The game also saw Tony Elliott, a former Clemson assistant coach, return to face his alma mater as Virginia's head coach.
Nolan Hauser (Clemson)
Hauser's 29-yard field goal tied the game at 3-3, setting a resilient tone for Clemson after their opening drive woes. This early score demonstrated Clemson's ability to salvage points after encountering an interception setback.
Phil Mafah (Clemson)
Mafah punched in a short 3-yard run, capping a methodical drive that regained the lead for Clemson at 17-10. This pivotal rushing score underscored Clemson's renewed momentum in the second quarter.
Cade Klubnik (Clemson)
In a show of precision, Klubnik found Olsen Patt-Henry with an 11-yard pass, part of a dynamic scoring drive that extended Clemson's advantage to 31-10, highlighting his recovery from early struggles.
Antonio Williams (Clemson)
Utilizing a jet sweep, Williams dashed 36 yards to the end zone, showcasing his speed and widening Clemson's lead to 38-10, effectively capitalizing on the Cavaliers' defensive gaps.
Anthony Colandrea (Virginia)
Colandrea exhibited his arm strength with a 44-yard strike to Malachi Fields, momentarily galvanizing Virginia's offense and cutting into Clemson's dominance.
Olsen Patt-Henry (Clemson)
Patt-Henry's fourth-down 40-yard touchdown catch on a slightly underthrown pass reinforced Clemson's aggressive mindset, boosting the score to 38-10.
Anthony Colandrea (Virginia)
Despite the deficit, Colandrea's final 65-yard touchdown showcased Virginia's unwillingness to relent, concluding a high-powered offensive display.
Cade Klubnik (Clemson, QB)
Despite an uncharacteristic interception, Klubnik managed 308 passing yards and three touchdowns, guiding Clemson to a commanding victory and maintaining his impressive campaign.
Phil Mafah (Clemson, RB)
Mafah's relentless running netted 78 yards and two crucial touchdowns, integral in swinging the momentum in Clemson's favor during pivotal drives.
Antonio Williams (Clemson, WR)
Williams was a dual-threat, adding a passing and rushing touchdown, his dynamic play crucial in building Clemson's substantial lead.
Olsen Patt-Henry (Clemson, TE)
Patt-Henry's two touchdown receptions were vital, exemplifying his reliability, particularly his critical fourth-down catch in the third quarter.
Anthony Colandrea (Virginia, QB)
Colandrea provided moments of brilliance, with passing touchdowns meant to keep Virginia competitive, proving his capability to challenge formidable defenses.
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Virginia Cavaliers
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21
31
Clemson Tigers
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14
21
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