Syracuse Orange vs. Clemson Tigers: 2022 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Clemson Tigers defeated Syracuse Orange 27–21 in Week 8, 2022. Final score: Syracuse Orange 21, Clemson Tigers 27.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Syracuse Orange	6	6	0	0	21
Clemson Tigers	6	9	0	15	27

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• DJ Uiagalelei (Clemson) — 127.0 yds · -0.08 EPA/play -1.71 EPA
• Cade Klubnik (Clemson) — 8.0 yds · -0.92 EPA/play -4.61 EPA
• Garrett Shrader (Syracuse) — 142.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.39 EPA/play -12.17 EPA

Rushing

• Will Shipley (Clemson) — 172.0 yds · 2 TD +0.03 EPA
• Phil Mafah (Clemson) — 94.0 yds · 1 TD +0.49 EPA
• Garrett Shrader (Syracuse) — 96.0 yds · 1 TD +0.44 EPA

Receiving

• Oronde Gadsden II (Syracuse) — 6 rec · 86.0 yds +0.63 EPA
• Antonio Williams (Clemson) — 5 rec · 30.0 yds +0.16 EPA
• Sean Tucker (Syracuse) — 5 rec · 18.0 yds -0.17 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
DJ Uiagalelei	Clemson	22	59.1%	127	0	-0.08	-1.71
Cade Klubnik	Clemson	5	40.0%	8	0	-0.92	-4.61
Garrett Shrader	Syracuse	31	58.1%	142	1	-0.39	-12.17

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Syracuse	Clemson
Plays	54	84
EPA / play	-0.065	+0.034
Total EPA	-3.51	+2.90
Success rate	42.6%	47.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.393	-0.234
Rush EPA / play	+0.377	+0.162
Yards	291	465

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Syracuse	8	37	-2.17	Ended
Q1	Clemson	6	70	+4.90	Ended
Q1	Clemson	1	1	+0.71	Rush TD
Q1	Syracuse	5	75	+6.40	Pass TD
Q1	Clemson	14	47	-1.81	Interception
Q1	Syracuse	3	-1	-2.78	Punt
Q2	Clemson	17	82	-0.06	Touchdown
Q2	Syracuse	8	63	+5.45	Rush TD
Q2	Clemson	9	49	+0.08	Field goal
Q2	Syracuse	1	-2	-0.64	Ended
Q3	Clemson	5	17	-2.01	Punt
Q3	Syracuse	5	14	-0.67	Punt
Q3	Clemson	1	21	-4.43	Fumble
Q3	Syracuse	4	24	-1.54	Punt
Q3	Clemson	3	7	-2.64	Interception
Q3	Syracuse	3	7	-2.37	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Clemson Tigers · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-13.13 EPA)
2. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · Fumble (-4.43 EPA)
3. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik rushes for 25 yards (3rd & 25) (+4.38 EPA)
4. Q2 · Syracuse Orange · Garrett Shrader rushes 7 yards for a touchdown (+4.25 EPA)
5. Q4 · Clemson Tigers · Will Shipley rushes 50 yards for a touchdown (+4.12 EPA)
6. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · DJ Uiagalelei pass to Antonio Williams for 4 yards (4th & 4) (+3.32 EPA)
7. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · DJ Uiagalelei pass intercepted (-3.06 EPA)
8. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Phil Mafah rushes for 5 yards (4th & 2) (+2.98 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Clemson Tigers controlled the final (27–21) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: DJ Uiagalelei (Clemson) — 127.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Clemson at 0.034 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 27 in Week 8 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Syracuse Orange vs Clemson Tigers?

Clemson Tigers won with a final score of 21–27.

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=401411142.

Who led Syracuse Orange vs Clemson Tigers in passing?

DJ Uiagalelei (Clemson) led passers with 127.0 yards.

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.