The undefeated and playoff ranked Tigers came in and left no doubt.
1st Qtr
Pitt fumbles on first play
Clemson scores from a yard out to go up 7-0
Pitt gets a first down, gets sacked and has to punt downing the ball inside the 20.
Clemson scores in two plays breaking a 66 yard td run. 14-0
Pitt gets sacked and goes three and out, pinning the Tigers at their own 26.
Clemson gets stopped just over mid field and hits the cross bar on the 58 yard field goal.
Pitt throws a pick on the second play.
Clemson takes two plays to score a td from midfield. 21-0
Pitt fumbles on first play after a bad pitch decision.
Clemson takes two plays to score on a 13 yard strike. 28-0
Pitt crosses mid field than throws a pick six to end the quarter, Clemson up 35-0
2nd Qtr
Pitt goes three and out and pins Clemson down at their own 19.
Clemson would get to the Pitt 30 on five plays and punt.
Pitt would convert three third downs and get to teh red zone but throw a pick in the endzone.
Clemson would get to the Pitt 30 on six plays and punt.
Pitt would get sacked to seal the half.
3rd Qtr
Clemson would get to the Pitt 35 on five plays and punt.
Pitt would put an eleven play drive together but run out of juice at the Clmeson 33. Sauls would hit a 50 yarder to make it respectable. 35-3
Clemson would break off a big 51 yard run to get to the Pitt 25 and punt.
Pitt convert a third down but than throw a pick.
Clemson would run two plays and get in the redzone to end the quarter.
4th Qtr
Clemson would punt.
Pitt would fumble on the first run.
Clemson would go three and out.
Pitt would get sacked on third down and be forced to punt. Pinning the TIgers at their 12.
Clmeson would get two first downs and run out the clock.
Dominant Defense and Ground Game Propel Clemson to 35-3 Victory Over Pitt
Clemson delivered a defensive masterclass and showcased a relentless rushing attack in a commanding 35-3 victory over Pitt. From the very first snap, the Tigers set the tone, with Wade Woodaz forcing a fumble on the opening play, sparking a defensive onslaught that would suffocate the Panthers all afternoon.
The Clemson defense was nothing short of spectacular, forcing five interceptions and racking up six and a half sacks. Their relentless pressure left Pitts offense reeling, leading to multiple three-and-outs and setting up the Tigers offense with prime field position throughout the game. RJ Mickens continued his phenomenal season, leading the team with 11 tackles and adding his 10th interception of the year to cap off an outstanding all-around performance.
Fueled by the defenses heroics, Clemsons offense capitalized quickly, exploding for 35 points—all in the first quarter. The Tigers needed just three pass attempts the entire game, leaning heavily on their powerhouse rushing attack.
Phil Mafah was unstoppable, playing just one half yet amassing 237 yards on the ground with three touchdowns. Mafahs bruising runs set the tone, consistently bulldozing through Pitts defense. When Mafah took a well-earned rest, Jay Haynes picked up right where he left off. Haynes showcased his own burst and vision, carrying the ball 12 times for 126 yards, including a breathtaking 51-yard breakaway run.
With 41 rushing attempts and only three passes, Clemsons offense showcased its physicality and dominance in the trenches. The offensive line controlled the line of scrimmage, paving the way for the Tigers backs to gash the Panthers for big gains all game long.
Pitts only points came from a lone field goal, as Clemsons defense remained locked in from start to finish, also forcing three fumbles to go along with their five interceptions. It was a complete team performance, and Coach ElJefe was quick to praise his squads relentless mentality.
“This was Clemson football,” Coach ElJefe said after the game. “We came out with fire, executed in all phases, and never let up. Thats how you dominate from start to finish.”
With this victory, Clemson continues to build momentum, showing that their combination of ferocious defense and a punishing ground game makes them a force to be reckoned with.
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