Tag: Clemson vs. Florida State

Dabo Swinney responds to Jordan Travis feeling ‘disrespected all day’ by Clemson

Florida State quarterback Jordan Travis felt disrespected by Clemson’s defensive gameplan.

Dabo Swinney and the Tigers fell in a close matchup against No.4 Florida State 31-24, as the Clemson offense failed to respond in overtime.

Following their win, Florida State quarterback Jordan Travis met with the media to discuss the game and how he felt “disrespected” by Clemson’s gameplan against him and his top two targets Johnny Wilson and Keon Coleman.

“I feel like we were disrespected all day,” Travis said following the win. “When you’re playing one-on-one against Johnny Wilson and Keon Coleman, I feel like you have no respect for either the receivers or the quarterback. They were disrespecting me a little bit. I don’t think they believed that I could make those throws, and I’m glad it ended like that. So glad it ended like that.”

I’m not sure what prompted this as the No.4 ranked team in the country struggled to walk away with a win against an unranked opponent but this feels more disrespectful than anything we saw in the game. Travis completed  21-of-37 (57%)  passing for 289 yards and two touchdowns through the air, adding a rushing touchdown. It was a solid performance, but far from impressive watching the game.

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney had this to say in response.

“He’s a great player, amazing player,” Swinney said. “We’re trying to win the game. I mean, this kid, he can really, really run, and we felt like it gave us the best chance to create some pressure on him and not let him just sit there and hold the ball and pick us apart with some zone stuff. But we’re just trying to win the game. Again, I think he’s an amazing player with a ton of heart… He’s as good as there is in the country.”

Nothing but class from Swinney.

Cade Klubnik takes responsibility for decision to throw on 3rd and 1 in overtime

Cade Klubnik took responsibility for throwing instead of handing off the ball on 3rd and 1 in overtime.

Clemson fell to Florida State Saturday 31-24 in overtime as the Seminoles needed just two plays to score in overtime, and the Tigers struggled when it mattered the most. 

The Tigers had an opportunity in overtime to make something happen and were in a good position. A Will Shipley tough 9-yard run set the offense up with a 3rd and 1. The next play on a designed RPO, starting quarterback Cade Klubnik made the wrong read and threw a screen to Adam Randall, which resulted in a 0-yard reception.

On 4th and 1, Klubnik and wide receiver Beaux Collins failed to connect as Florida State won the game. After the game, Klubnik acknowledged his mistake and took responsibility. 

“Should’ve handed the ball off. I mean, that’s not the coaches; that’s my fault,” said the starting quarterback. We had an option to the receiver side. You have an option to throw the screen, and you have an option to run it, and then there’s only two guys over our three guys. So like normally, my base rule is that’s three over two – if we catch it and two guys block two guys, then we should probably at least get the first down; if not we might be able to score. And just gotta know it’s 3rd-and-1, don’t worry about that. Screens can get iffy on short downs, so let’s just hand it off and go get the first. So, that’s my fault.”

It was a tough finish to the game for Klubnik and the offense but a learning experience for the sophomore quarterback.

Social media reacts: Clemson loses at home against Florida State in overtime

A look at how social media reacted to Clemson’s overtime loss to Florida State.

Dabo Swinney and Clemson suffered a frustrating overtime loss to Florida State Saturday, where the Tigers had a chance to deliver a statement win but failed to take advantage of the opportunities they were given. 

Clemson had a chance to take the lead late in the fourth quarter, but the Tigers missed a 29-yard field goal that had a chance to win the game. With the miss, the game ended up decided in overtime as Florida State scored on their first play, and the Tigers failed to respond.

It was a tough game for Clemson fans as another game the Tigers could have won turned into a brutal loss. With the loss come reactions.

Here is a look at how social media reacted to the Tigers’ heartbreaking overtime loss.

Clemson falls to Florida State in a heartbreaking overtime loss

Clemson dropped a heartbreaker in Death Valley.

Dabo Swinney and Clemson suffered a heartbreaking loss Saturday in Death Valley as Florida State took down the Tigers 27-24.

Clemson (2-2, 0-2 ACC) performed at an incredibly high level in the first half, with both the offense and defense doing their parts. Jordan Travis and the Florida State offense got away with a bad missed holding call that helped the Seminoles go 5 plays for 75 yards in just 1:50 to score a touchdown. The Tigers entered halftime with a 17-14 lead, needing two more quarters of good football to complete the upset.

After Florida State tied things up with a 48-yard field goal on their first drive, Klubnik and the Tigers responded mid-way through the third quarter. The offense went 11 plays for 77 yards, with Will Shipley scoring his first rushing touchdown of the season as Clemson reclaimed the lead 24-17.

Later, Klubnik and the offense were driving and on the FSU 29-yard line before disaster struck. A blown blocking assignment led to Klubnik getting lit up, resulting in a 56-yard scoop and score for the Seminoles.

The fourth quarter started for these two ACC powerhouses tied at 24. After a scoreless quarter, it came down to Weitz and the game on the line. Unfortunately, a 29-yard field goal miss sealed this matchup heading to overtime.

After some questionable play-calling down the stretch, Florida State would later take down the Tigers in overtime, 31-24.

Clemson leads Florida State 24-17 behind Will Shipley’s first rushing touchdown of the season

Clemson regains the lead after a nice-looking drive.

How about this Clemson offense today?

Cade Klubnik has looked excellent under center as the Tigers now lead the Seminoles 24-17 behind a 1-yard Will Shipley touchdown run. It was Shipley’s first rushing touchdown of the 2023 season and his second score of the day. 

Clemson went 11 plays for 77 yards on the drive, with Klubnik looking surgical leading his team down the field. The sophomore quarterback ate a huge hit on a 13-yard pass to tight end Jake Briningstool that set up the Shipley score. 

Clemson’s offense and defense are both doing their part as the Tigers lead midway through the third quarter. 

Halftime Report: Clemson leads No.4 Florida State 17-14 in a close one

Clemson leads Florida State 17-14 at the half of a great matchup.

Dabo Swinney and Clemson lead Florida State 17-14 after an excellent first-half performance. 

It was a near-perfect first half for the Tigers, who performed at an incredibly high level on both sides of the ball. While the defense was making stops and holding the Seminoles to fourteen, the offense was taking advantage and putting points on the board. 

New Clemson starting kicker Jonathan Weitz nailed a 30-yard field goal to get the scoring going and his first career field goal. After going up 3-0, the Tigers extended their lead to 10-0 on a 1-yard Cade Klubnik quarterback keeper up the middle. 

Florida State would later respond, with Jordan Travis finding Keon Coleman for a 7-yard touchdown to put them on the board. It was a strong drive from the Seminoles, but Garrett Riley’s offense wouldn’t let them get comfortable. 

On the following drive, Clemson went 7 plays for 70 yards, with star running back Will Shipley scoring on a 10-yard touchdown reception from Klubnik. It was a beautiful drive from the Tigers, but once again, there would be a response.

Jordan Travis and the Florida State offense got away with a bad missed holding call that helped the Seminoles go 5 plays for 75 yards in just 1:50 to score a touchdown. It was a tough end to the half for the Tigers, but they remain with the lead heading into the locker room. 

Clemson leads Florida State 10-0 after a Cade Klubnik rushing touchdown

Clemson looks excellent so far.

After a great defensive stop set up the Clemson offense with great field position, Klubnik and the Tigers delivered, extending their lead to 10-0.

Following two successful Phil Mafah touches that resulted in 17 yards, freshman wide receiver Tyler Brown made his presence known. Brown made a beautiful diving catch across the middle for 28 yards.

The great play from Brown set up a red zone score for the Tigers. Cade Klubnik called his own number to cap off the drive, punching in a one-yard touchdown run after a defensive holding set the Tigers up on the one.

It has been a picture-perfect start for an impressive-looking Clemson team.

Kicker Jonathan Weitz’s first career field goal gives Clemson a 3-0 lead over Florida State

Weitz hits his first career field goal as the Tigers take the lead.

Cade Klubnik and the Clemson offense looked strong on their second drive of the game as the Tigers went 15 plays for 79 yards, resulting in a field goal.

While many would expect the Clemson offense to impress with their run game, it has been Klubnik and the passing game that has shined early. Klubnik is 7-12 for 85 yards on the day so far.

The drive was capped off with the first career field goal of Jonathan Weitz’s career, nailing a 30-yarder. While you would like a touchdown there, this has been a great start for Swinney’s team.

The defense has come to play, and the offense is producing well.

ESPN’s College GameDay crew makes their picks for Clemson vs. Florida State

The College Gameday crew made their picks for Clemson vs. Florida State.

Dabo Swinney and the Tigers are just moments away from kickoff against Florida State, with ESPN’s College Gameday crew making their picks for the huge matchup.

The Seminoles entered the game the favorites and the GameDay crew seems to agree. Here is a look at each members choice for the rivalry matchup.

Vince Vaughn: Florida State

Desmond Howard: Florida State

Pat McAfee: Clemson

Lee Corso: Florida State

Kirk Herbstreit: Florida State

McAfee is the only one riding with the Tigers in this one, with guest Vince Vaughn picking the Seminoles.

Clemson to be without top wide receiver Antonio Williams against Florida State

Clemson will be without their top wide receiver in a crucial matchup against the Seminoles.

Dabo Swinney and the Clemson football team will be without their top wide receiver in a key matchup against Florida State. 

Star sophomore wide receiver Antonio Williams was announced out for the matchup, suffering an injury during the game against Florida Atlantic that he was not able to recover from in time for this game. It is a massive loss for the Tigers; Williams is a key part of this offense. 

In three games of action this season, Williams has totaled 15 catches for 145 yards and two touchdowns. The Tigers’ wide receiver room will need to step up in a big way Saturday without Williams as Cade Klubnik and the offense look to make a statement against the Seminoles.