Clemson Tigers vs. Syracuse Orange: 2023 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Clemson Tigers defeated Syracuse Orange 31–14 in Week 5, 2023. Final score: Clemson Tigers 31, Syracuse Orange 14.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Clemson Tigers	12	6	3	6	31
Syracuse Orange	6	0	0	6	14

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Carlos Del Rio-Wilson (Syracuse) — 5.0 yds · -0.41 EPA/play -0.41 EPA
• Dan Villari (Syracuse) — 0.0 yds · -0.76 EPA/play -0.76 EPA
• Cade Klubnik (Clemson) — 282.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.04 EPA/play -1.61 EPA

Rushing

• Will Shipley (Clemson) — 61.0 yds · 1 TD -0.31 EPA
• LeQuint Allen (Syracuse) — 72.0 yds -0.43 EPA
• Garrett Shrader (Syracuse) — 53.0 yds -0.48 EPA

Receiving

• Tyler Brown (Clemson) — 8 rec · 151.0 yds +1.12 EPA
• Donovan Brown (Syracuse) — 4 rec · 34.0 yds +0.22 EPA
• LeQuint Allen (Syracuse) — 6 rec · 38.0 yds +0.74 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Carlos Del Rio-Wilson	Syracuse	1	100.0%	5	0	-0.41	-0.41
Dan Villari	Syracuse	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.76	-0.76
Cade Klubnik	Clemson	40	55.0%	282	2	-0.04	-1.61
Garrett Shrader	Syracuse	34	41.2%	152	2	-0.14	-4.88

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Clemson	Syracuse
Plays	72	65
EPA / play	-0.097	-0.241
Total EPA	-6.97	-15.70
Success rate	38.9%	30.8%
Pass EPA / play	-0.040	-0.168
Rush EPA / play	-0.168	-0.333
Yards	425	306

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Syracuse	4	30	-3.45	Fumble
Q1	Clemson	7	39	+1.56	Pass TD
Q1	Syracuse	3	-6	-3.72	Punt
Q1	Clemson	3	5	-2.83	Punt
Q1	Syracuse	1	20	-5.54	Fumble
Q1	Clemson	2	3	+0.79	Rush TD
Q1	Syracuse	8	85	+8.24	Pass TD
Q1	Clemson	8	16	-2.41	Punt
Q2	Syracuse	3	10	-1.62	Punt
Q2	Clemson	14	75	-0.39	Ended
Q2	Syracuse	8	35	-0.27	Missed FG
Q2	Clemson	4	61	+5.24	Pass TD
Q2	Syracuse	3	5	-0.31	Punt
Q2	Clemson	6	54	+1.11	Missed FG
Q3	Clemson	6	39	-0.81	Field goal
Q3	Syracuse	6	14	-2.16	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Clemson Tigers · Fumble (-7.32 EPA)
2. Q1 · Syracuse Orange · Fumble (-5.54 EPA)
3. Q2 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik pass to Beaux Collins for a touchdown (47 yards) (+4.7 EPA)
4. Q1 · Syracuse Orange · Fumble (-4.48 EPA)
5. Q1 · Syracuse Orange · Garrett Shrader pass to Dan Villari for 37 yards (2nd & 20) (+4.46 EPA)
6. Q4 · Syracuse Orange · Garrett Shrader pass intercepted (-4.3 EPA)
7. Q1 · Syracuse Orange · Garrett Shrader pass to Dan Villari for a touchdown (28 yards) (+3.81 EPA)
8. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik pass to Troy Stella14 for a touchdown (14 yards) (+3.45 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Clemson Tigers controlled the final (31–14) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Carlos Del Rio-Wilson (Syracuse) — 5.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Clemson at -0.097 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 Syracuse Orange?

Clemson Tigers 31, Syracuse Orange 14 in Week 5 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Clemson Tigers vs Syracuse Orange?

Clemson Tigers won with a final score of 31–14.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525514.

Who led Clemson Tigers vs Syracuse Orange in passing?

Carlos Del Rio-Wilson (Syracuse) led passers with 5.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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