The first half of Clemson’s first home game of the season is in the books as the Tigers hold a 28-9 lead over Furman heading into halftime.
The Clemson offense led by starting quarterback DJ Uiagalelei had a strong showing to open the game as the junior quarterback looked comfortable under center. He was efficient to start, completing 15-18 passes for 203 yards and a touchdown while adding 33-yards on the ground on four carries.
DJ led the Tigers downfield on a nine-play, 75-yard drive with a Kobe Pace one-yard touchdown run to finish the half off. The drive took Uiagalelei and the offense just 87 seconds.
The Tigers’ defense, however, did not fair nearly as well, as the group performed well below expectation in the first half. Allowing 149 passing yards and 65 rushing yards for a total of 214 yards is not suitable for this defense. The group left a lot to be desired heading into the locker room.
Here’s a look at how Twitter reacted to the first half of the Clemson-Furman game:
Will Swinney just pointed out that Clemson has scored TDs on all 4 DJU-led drives today.
Important note, methinks.
— William Qualkinbush (@QualkTalk) September 10, 2022
DJ Uiagalelei looks outstanding. Running game still does not.
— Matt Connolly (@MattOnClemson) September 10, 2022
DJ Uiagalelei has been really impressive through two drives. We're watching a quarterback gain confidence in real time. #Clemson
— Marc Whiteman (@MarcWYFFNews4) September 10, 2022
Furman has 207 yards of total offense and Clemson's defense looks lost, over pursues on everything and Paladins taking advantage. Told you the TE would play a big part
— David Hood (@MDavidHood) September 10, 2022
Kobe Pace is now the first Clemson player in the modern era to score a touchdown in 3 different jersey numbers (14, 20, 7).
Clemson has had several players wear 3 numbers and some even score TDs in 2 numbers, but Pace now has a class of his own in the record book. pic.twitter.com/hX46PMSMFr
— Austin Pendergist (@apthirteen) September 10, 2022
At the half 🏈 pic.twitter.com/t0mZ9InK3Z
— Clemson Football (@ClemsonFB) September 10, 2022
DJ hasn’t played like this since 10/31/20. Very refreshing and happy to see him having success
— The ClemsonCast (@TheClemsonCast) September 10, 2022
Antonio Williams needs to be WR1 for Clemson. This guy is the truth.
— ⚡️T-Time ⚡️ (@Ayo_TTime9) September 10, 2022
TOUCHDOWN CLEMSON! Will Shipley gets in for the third time this season. pic.twitter.com/OTKnBbdcJr
— Austin Pendergist (@apthirteen) September 10, 2022
That's the sixth multi-rushing TD game for Will Shipley. Ties Wayne Gallman and now trails only some dudes named Etienne and Watson
— David Hood (@MDavidHood) September 10, 2022
Will Shipley with his second TD of the day 😤 @ClemsonFB up 21-3 in the second quarter. pic.twitter.com/seMYUdb3WD
— ACC Network (@accnetwork) September 10, 2022
2nd quarter action. 2nd trip to the end zone for Will Shipley. 🙌
(🎥: @accnetwork)
pic.twitter.com/f79muhv1HM— theScore (@theScore) September 10, 2022
Antonio Williams is such a damn breathe of fresh air.
Also DJ is playing the best he has played in a long, long time.
— #5 Clemson Addict (1-0) (@Clemson_Addict) September 10, 2022
Antonio Williams needs to start
— The Oculus (@Clemson_Oculus) September 10, 2022
.@kobepace_ was workin' in the trenches
Tigers lead, 28-9 😤 pic.twitter.com/PNmMe1Mrd6
— Clemson Football (@ClemsonFB) September 10, 2022
Not the best half by the Clemson defense.
— Matt Connolly (@MattOnClemson) September 10, 2022
Downfield pass over the middle. And all of Clemson Twitter says AMEN.
— Tiger Commenter (@TigerCommenter) September 10, 2022
Rough start for the Clemson D. Not setting the edge and letting Furman players get to the flats. Converting third downs, got chunk plays on the first drive. Defensive ends need to play better. CBs need to be more physical and consistent in the run game.
— QT 🐅🐅 (@QuackingTiger) September 10, 2022
Love seeing Walker Parks go over and get Cade Klubnik out from Furman's sideline.
Rule #1: Always protect the quarterback. pic.twitter.com/X2MtievjlH
— Clemson Sports (@ClemsonSports) September 10, 2022
Excellent pursuit and pop here by #Clemson LB Jeremiah Trotter Jr., sophomore who starred at St. Joe’s Prep in Philly.
Excited to see his growth next to outstanding LB Trenton Simpson. pic.twitter.com/6gomMM6Kt2
— Devin Jackson (@RealD_Jackson) September 10, 2022
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