Syracuse Orange vs. Clemson Tigers: 2020 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Clemson Tigers defeated Syracuse Orange 47–21 in Week 8, 2020. Final score: Syracuse Orange 21, Clemson Tigers 47.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Syracuse Orange	0	6	12	0	21
Clemson Tigers	15	15	0	12	47

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Trevor Lawrence (228) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.12 EPA/play +5.31 EPA
• Amari Rodgers (228) — 0.0 yds · +0.48 EPA/play +0.48 EPA
• D.J. Uiagalelei (228) — 0.0 yds · -0.43 EPA/play -1.28 EPA

Rushing

• Travis Etienne (228) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.09 EPA
• Sean Tucker (183) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.27 EPA
• Cooper Lutz (183) — 0.0 yds -0.27 EPA

Receiving

• Amari Rodgers (228) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.41 EPA
• Anthony Queeley (183) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.73 EPA
• Cornell Powell (228) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +0.16 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Trevor Lawrence	228	43	62.8%	0	2	+0.12	+5.31
Amari Rodgers	228	1	100.0%	0	0	+0.48	+0.48
D.J. Uiagalelei	228	3	33.3%	0	0	-0.43	-1.28
TEAM	228	1	0.0%	0	0	-7.33	-7.33
Rex Culpepper	183	23	43.5%	0	1	-0.41	-9.36

Team EPA comparison

Stat	SYR	CLEM
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	183	2	0	+0.28	Ended
Q1	228	5	0	-2.15	Ended
Q1	183	5	0	-1.49	Punt
Q1	228	1	0	+2.65	Rush TD
Q1	228	3	0	+1.53	Ended
Q1	183	6	0	-3.66	Ended
Q1	228	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	228	3	0	-2.24	Ended
Q1	183	2	0	-5.05	Interception
Q1	228	3	0	-2.74	Punt
Q1	183	3	0	-2.65	Punt
Q1	228	1	0	+3.65	Pass TD
Q1	228	4	0	-0.42	Ended
Q2	228	11	0	-3.10	Touchdown
Q2	183	5	0	+0.65	Punt
Q2	228	1	0	+3.17	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Clemson Tigers · Garrett Williams 39 Yd Interception Return (Andre Szmyt Kick) (-7.33 EPA)
2. Q3 · Syracuse Orange · Nykeim Johnson 83 Yd pass from Rex Culpepper (Andre Szmyt Kick) (+6.64 EPA)
3. Q3 · Syracuse Orange · Andrew Booth Jr. 21 Yd Fumble Return (B.T. Potter Kick) (-6.64 EPA)
4. Q4 · Syracuse Orange · Rex Culpepper pass intercepted Mike Jones Jr. return for 40 yds to the Syrac 3 (-6.34 EPA)
5. Q4 · Syracuse Orange · Rex Culpepper pass intercepted Jalyn Phillips return for 5 yds to the Clem 5 (-5.83 EPA)
6. Q4 · Syracuse Orange · Nykeim Johnson run for 61 yds to the Clem 9 for a 1ST down (+5.54 EPA)
7. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Will Spiers punt blocked by Drew Tuazama, Kyle Strickland return for no gain to the Clem 20 (-4.58 EPA)
8. Q1 · Syracuse Orange · Rex Culpepper pass intercepted Nolan Turner return for 21 yds to the Syrac 13 (-4.4 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Clemson Tigers controlled the final (47–21) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Trevor Lawrence (228) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: SYR 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 Syracuse Orange vs Clemson Tigers?

Syracuse Orange 21, Clemson Tigers 47 in Week 8 of the 2020 college football season.

Who won Syracuse Orange vs Clemson Tigers?

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

Where can I find the Syracuse Orange vs Clemson Tigers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401234618.

Who led Syracuse Orange vs Clemson Tigers in passing?

Trevor Lawrence (228) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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