Clemson Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Panthers: 2021 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Pittsburgh Panthers defeated Clemson Tigers 27–17 in Week 8, 2021. Final score: Clemson Tigers 17, Pittsburgh Panthers 27.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Clemson Tigers	6	0	9	6	17
Pittsburgh Panthers	0	12	3	3	27

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kenny Pickett (221) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.17 EPA/play +6.79 EPA
• Taisun Phommachanh (228) — 0.0 yds · +0.15 EPA/play +0.90 EPA
• D.J. Uiagalelei (228) — 0.0 yds · -0.50 EPA/play -11.56 EPA

Rushing

• Vincent Davis (221) — 0.0 yds -0.34 EPA
• Rodney Hammond Jr. (221) — 0.0 yds -0.04 EPA
• Will Shipley (228) — 0.0 yds +0.12 EPA

Receiving

• Beaux Collins (228) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds -0.43 EPA
• Jordan Addison (221) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.72 EPA
• Justyn Ross (228) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.61 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kenny Pickett	221	40	60.0%	0	2	+0.17	+6.79
Taisun Phommachanh	228	6	50.0%	0	0	+0.15	+0.90
D.J. Uiagalelei	228	23	52.2%	0	0	-0.50	-11.56

Team EPA comparison

Stat	CLEM	PITT
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	228	1	0	+0.47	Ended
Q1	221	5	0	-3.02	Fumble
Q1	228	1	0	+0.59	Rush TD
Q1	228	7	0	+5.34	Ended
Q1	221	9	0	-1.76	Punt
Q1	228	7	0	-2.85	Interception
Q1	221	3	0	-2.09	Punt
Q1	228	3	0	-1.91	Punt
Q1	221	3	0	-2.66	Punt
Q2	228	2	0	-2.08	Ended
Q2	221	1	0	+6.31	Pass TD
Q2	221	8	0	-1.36	Ended
Q2	228	1	0	-0.76	Punt
Q2	221	1	0	+3.67	Pass TD
Q2	221	12	0	+2.89	Ended
Q2	228	9	0	-0.68	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · D.J. Uiagalelei pass intercepted for a TD SirVocea Dennis return for 50 yds for a TD, (Sam Scarton KICK) (-8.27 EPA)
2. Q2 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Kenny Pickett pass complete to Taysir Mack for 39 yds for a TD, (Sam Scarton KICK) (+6.31 EPA)
3. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · D.J. Uiagalelei pass intercepted Damarri Mathis return for 15 yds to the Pitt 20 (-5.09 EPA)
4. Q1 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Kenny Pickett pass complete to Lucas Krull for 16 yds Lucas Krull fumbled, forced by Nolan Turner, recovered by Clem Etinosa Reuben (-4.86 EPA)
5. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · D.J. Uiagalelei pass complete to Ajou Ajou for 36 yds to the Pitt 22 for a 1ST down (+3.75 EPA)
6. Q2 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Kenny Pickett pass complete to Jordan Addison for 23 yds for a TD, (Sam Scarton KICK) (+3.67 EPA)
7. Q4 · Pittsburgh Panthers · TEAM run for a loss of 4 yards to the Clem 26 (-2.96 EPA)
8. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · Taisun Phommachanh pass complete to Justyn Ross for 14 yds to the Clem 48 for a 1ST down (+2.43 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Pittsburgh Panthers controlled the final (27–17) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Kenny Pickett (221) — yds, 2 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 Pittsburgh Panthers?

Clemson Tigers 17, Pittsburgh Panthers 27 in Week 8 of the 2021 college football season.

Who won Clemson Tigers vs Pittsburgh Panthers?

Pittsburgh Panthers won with a final score of 17–27.

Where can I find the Clemson Tigers vs Pittsburgh Panthers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401282666.

Who led Clemson Tigers vs Pittsburgh Panthers in passing?

Kenny Pickett (221) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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