Clemson Tigers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes: 2019 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Clemson Tigers defeated Ohio State Buckeyes 29–23 in Week 1, 2019. Final score: Clemson Tigers 29, Ohio State Buckeyes 23.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Clemson Tigers	0	12	6	6	29
Ohio State Buckeyes	9	6	0	6	23

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Justin Fields (194) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.10 EPA/play +4.62 EPA
• Trevor Lawrence (228) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.07 EPA/play -2.18 EPA

Rushing

• J.K. Dobbins (194) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.14 EPA
• Trevor Lawrence (228) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.71 EPA
• Travis Etienne (228) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.06 EPA

Receiving

• Justyn Ross (228) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds -0.13 EPA
• K.J. Hill (194) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.67 EPA
• Austin Mack (194) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.06 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Justin Fields	194	45	66.7%	0	1	+0.10	+4.62
Trevor Lawrence	228	33	54.5%	0	2	-0.07	-2.18

Team EPA comparison

Stat	CLEM	OSU
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	194	3	0	+3.77	Ended
Q1	228	3	0	-2.04	Punt
Q1	194	6	0	-1.88	Ended
Q1	228	6	0	-0.38	Punt
Q1	194	1	0	+4.62	Rush TD
Q1	228	8	0	-0.55	Missed FG
Q1	194	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	194	9	0	+1.89	Ended
Q2	228	1	0	-0.61	Ended
Q2	194	2	0	-0.50	Punt
Q2	228	1	0	+6.01	Rush TD
Q2	228	3	0	+0.60	Ended
Q2	194	3	0	-1.50	Punt
Q2	228	1	0	+2.49	Rush TD
Q2	228	9	0	+0.55	Ended
Q2	194	11	0	+0.57	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Clemson Tigers · Trevor Lawrence run for 67 yds for a TD, (B.T. Potter KICK) (+6.01 EPA)
2. Q4 · Clemson Tigers · Trevor Lawrence pass complete to Travis Etienne for 34 yds for a TD, (Trevor Lawrence pass to Tee Higgins for Two-Point Conversion) (+5.5 EPA)
3. Q1 · Ohio State Buckeyes · J.K. Dobbins run for 68 yds for a TD, (Blake Haubeil KICK) (+4.62 EPA)
4. Q1 · Ohio State Buckeyes · J.K. Dobbins run for 64 yds to the Clem 8 for a 1ST down (+4.25 EPA)
5. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · Trevor Lawrence pass complete to Travis Etienne for 53 yds for a TD, (B.T. Potter KICK) (+4.23 EPA)
6. Q4 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Justin Fields pass complete to Chris Olave for 23 yds for a TD, (Blake Haubeil KICK) (+3.86 EPA)
7. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · OHIO ST Penalty, Roughing the Kicker (15 Yards) to the Clem 30 for a 1ST down (+3.78 EPA)
8. Q4 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Justin Fields pass intercepted, touchback. Nolan Turner return for no gain (-3.69 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Clemson Tigers controlled the final (29–23) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Justin Fields (194) — yds, 1 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 Ohio State Buckeyes?

Clemson Tigers 29, Ohio State Buckeyes 23 in Week 1 of the 2019 college football season.

Who won Clemson Tigers vs Ohio State Buckeyes?

Clemson Tigers won with a final score of 29–23.

Where can I find the Clemson Tigers vs Ohio State Buckeyes box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401135279.

Who led Clemson Tigers vs Ohio State Buckeyes in passing?

Justin Fields (194) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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