Clemson Tigers vs. Louisville Cardinals: 2017 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

Clemson Tigers defeated Louisville Cardinals 47–21 in Week 3, 2017. Final score: Clemson Tigers 47, Louisville Cardinals 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Clemson Tigers	6	12	6	12	47
Louisville Cardinals	6	0	6	12	21

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Lamar Jackson (97) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.22 EPA/play +8.89 EPA
• Kelly Bryant (228) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.20 EPA/play +6.94 EPA
• Hunter Johnson (228) — 0.0 yds · -0.93 EPA/play -0.93 EPA

Rushing

• Kelly Bryant (228) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.07 EPA
• Lamar Jackson (97) — 0.0 yds +0.41 EPA
• Tavien Feaster (228) — 0.0 yds +0.37 EPA

Receiving

• Jaylen Smith (97) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.90 EPA
• Ray-Ray McCloud (228) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.47 EPA
• Seth Dawkins (97) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds -0.37 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Lamar Jackson	97	41	51.2%	0	3	+0.22	+8.89
Kelly Bryant	228	34	61.8%	0	1	+0.20	+6.94
Hunter Johnson	228	1	100.0%	0	0	-0.93	-0.93

Team EPA comparison

Stat	CLEM	LOU
Plays	0	0
EPA / play	—	—
Total EPA	—	—
Success rate	—	—
Pass EPA / play	—	—
Rush EPA / play	—	—
Yards	0	0

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	97	4	0	-2.09	Ended
Q1	228	8	0	-0.84	Punt
Q1	97	1	0	+1.82	Pass TD
Q1	97	5	0	+9.61	Ended
Q1	228	6	0	-2.53	Punt
Q1	97	2	0	-1.75	Punt
Q1	228	1	0	+1.28	Rush TD
Q1	228	9	0	+4.34	Ended
Q1	97	3	0	-1.79	Punt
Q2	97	3	0	+1.09	Ended
Q2	228	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	228	8	0	+0.50	Ended
Q2	97	2	0	+0.38	Punt
Q2	228	4	0	+6.76	Pass TD
Q2	97	4	0	+0.65	Punt
Q2	228	0	0	—	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Louisville Cardinals · Lamar Jackson pass intercepted for a TD Dorian O'Daniel return for 44 yds for a TD, (Greg Huegel KICK) (-6.33 EPA)
2. Q4 · Clemson Tigers · Travis Etienne run for 81 yds for a TD, (Greg Huegel KICK) (+6.17 EPA)
3. Q2 · Clemson Tigers · Kelly Bryant pass complete to Ray-Ray McCloud for 79 yds for a TD, (Greg Huegel PAT BLOCKED) (+6.0 EPA)
4. Q4 · Louisville Cardinals · Lamar Jackson pass complete to Traveon Samuel for 78 yds to the Clem 4 for a 1ST down (+5.62 EPA)
5. Q1 · Louisville Cardinals · Lamar Jackson run for 10 yds to the Clem 21 for a 1ST down CLEMSON Penalty, Personal Foul (Tanner Muse) to the Clem 11 for a 1ST down (+5.05 EPA)
6. Q4 · Louisville Cardinals · Lamar Jackson pass complete to Dez Fitzpatrick for 30 yds to the Clem 14 for a 1ST down (+4.63 EPA)
7. Q4 · Louisville Cardinals · Lamar Jackson pass complete to Jaylen Smith for 36 yds for a TD, (Blanton Creque KICK) (+4.31 EPA)
8. Q2 · Clemson Tigers · Greg Huegel 42 yd FG MISSED (-3.37 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Clemson Tigers controlled the final (47–21) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Lamar Jackson (97) — yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: CLEM at EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Clemson Tigers vs Louisville Cardinals?

Clemson Tigers 47, Louisville Cardinals 21 in Week 3 of the 2017 college football season.

Who won Clemson Tigers vs Louisville Cardinals?

Clemson Tigers won with a final score of 47–21.

Where can I find the Clemson Tigers vs Louisville Cardinals box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400937461.

Who led Clemson Tigers vs Louisville Cardinals in passing?

Lamar Jackson (97) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Clemson Tigers at Louisville Cardinals in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.