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Clemson Tigers vs. Miami Hurricanes: 2023 Week 8 Recap

Hurricanes defeat Tigers 28–20 in Week 8

Cade Klubnik paced the box score as Hurricanes closed out a 20–28 Week 8 finish.

Clemson Tigers 20 5-3
Final 20–28
Miami Hurricanes 28 5-3 Winner
Winner
Miami Hurricanes
Final score
20–28
Halftime
Clemson Tigers 6–6 Miami Hurricanes
Top passer
Cade Klubnik
FantasyHQ MVP
Cade Klubnik

Top CFB performers · Tigers

  • Cade Klubnik 263.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.27 EPA/play +9.2 EPA
  • Will Shipley 35.0 yds -3.2 EPA
  • Cade Klubnik 5.0 yds -4.1 EPA

Top CFB performers · Hurricanes

  • Emory Williams 151.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.17 EPA/play -5.4 EPA
  • Ajay Allen 54.0 yds · 1 TD -4.4 EPA
  • Donald Chaney Jr. 61.0 yds +2.6 EPA

Quick answer

Miami Hurricanes defeated Clemson Tigers 28–20 in Week 8, 2023. Final score: Clemson Tigers 20, Miami Hurricanes 28.

Game summary

Miami Hurricanes beat Clemson Tigers 28–20 in Week 8 of the 2023 season.

  • Scoring: 5 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 9 plays.
  • Passing leader: Cade Klubnik (Clemson) — 263.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.27 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Ajay Allen — 54.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Xavier Restrepo — 6 rec, 26.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Miami (-0.034/play) vs Clemson (-0.068/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4OTFinal
Clemson Tigers0690320
Miami Hurricanes6009928

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

CLEMClemson Tigers
MIAMiami Hurricanes

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Scoring timeline

9 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Miami
    Q1TD
    JGJacolby George

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Jacolby George rushes no gain for a touchdown

  2. Clemson
    Q2TD
    JBJake Briningstool

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-6

    Cade Klubnik pass to Jake Briningstool for a touchdown (32 yards)

  3. Clemson
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 24
    Score
    9-6

    Field goal good from 41 yards

  4. Clemson
    Q3TD
    JBJake Briningstool

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-6

    Cade Klubnik pass to Jake Briningstool for a touchdown (19 yards)

  5. Miami
    Q4TD
    CYColbie Young

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-12

    Emory Williams pass to Colbie Young for a touchdown (11 yards)

  6. Miami
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 21
    Score
    15-15

    Field goal good from 38 yards

  7. Miami
    OTFG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 18
    Score
    15-18

    Field goal good from 35 yards

  8. Clemson
    OTFG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 14
    Score
    18-18

    Field goal good from 31 yards

  9. Miami
    OT2TD
    AAAjay Allen

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-24

    Ajay Allen rushes 3 yards for a touchdown

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Cade Klubnik (Clemson) — 263.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.27 EPA/play +9.25 EPA
  • Emory Williams (Miami) — 151.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.17 EPA/play -5.40 EPA

Rushing

  • Ajay Allen (Miami) — 54.0 yds · 1 TD -0.34 EPA
  • Donald Chaney Jr. (Miami) — 61.0 yds +0.19 EPA
  • Will Shipley (Clemson) — 35.0 yds -0.32 EPA

Receiving

  • Xavier Restrepo (Miami) — 6 rec · 26.0 yds -0.23 EPA
  • Colbie Young (Miami) — 6 rec · 76.0 yds +1.94 EPA
  • Jake Briningstool (Clemson) — 5 rec · 126.0 yds +2.47 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Cade KlubnikClemson3644.4%2632+0.27+9.25
Emory WilliamsMiami3369.7%1511-0.17-5.40

Team EPA comparison

StatClemsonMiami
Plays5768
EPA / play-0.068-0.034
Total EPA-3.69-2.11
Success rate31.6%32.4%
Pass EPA / play+0.272-0.174
Rush EPA / play-0.647+0.106
Yards315273

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Clemson31-3.17Punt
Q1Miami419-1.57Punt
Q1Clemson1260-3.54Fumble
Q1Miami10+6.29Rush TD
Q1Clemson414-2.79Punt
Q1Miami31-2.51Punt
Q1Clemson522-1.30Ended
Q2Miami511-3.19Punt
Q2Clemson790+7.38Pass TD
Q2Miami1-1-0.93Ended
Q2Clemson1-2-1.06Ended
Q2Miami2-1-1.25Punt
Q2Clemson513-2.27Interception
Q2Miami723-1.30Interception
Q2Clemson2-7-0.41Ended
Q3Miami39-1.39Punt

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q1 · Miami Hurricanes · Jacolby George rushes no gain for a touchdown (+6.29 EPA)
  2. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Fumble (-5.97 EPA)
  3. Q2 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik pass to Jake Briningstool for a touchdown (32 yards) (+4.95 EPA)
  4. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik pass to Adam Randall for 34 yards (3rd & 10) (+4.61 EPA)
  5. Q4 · Miami Hurricanes · Emory Williams pass to Colbie Young for a touchdown (11 yards) (+3.41 EPA)
  6. Q3 · Miami Hurricanes · Emory Williams pass to Riley Williams for 1 yard (4th & 2) (-3.34 EPA)
  7. Q3 · Miami Hurricanes · Donald Chaney Jr. rushes for 11 yards (4th & 1) (+3.24 EPA)
  8. Q2 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik pass to Antonio Williams for 33 yards (2nd & 8) (+2.69 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Miami Hurricanes controlled the final (28–20) in Week 8.
  • Passing edge: Cade Klubnik (Clemson) — 263.0 yds, 2 TD.
  • EPA edge: Miami 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 Clemson Tigers vs Miami Hurricanes?

Clemson Tigers 20, Miami Hurricanes 28 in Week 8 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Clemson Tigers vs Miami Hurricanes?

Miami Hurricanes won with a final score of 20–28.

Where can I find the Clemson Tigers vs Miami Hurricanes box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525529.

Who led Clemson Tigers vs Miami Hurricanes in passing?

Cade Klubnik (Clemson) led passers with 263.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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

Season records after this game

Clemson Tigers

Entered 5-2 Now 5-3 L

Miami Hurricanes

Entered 4-3 Now 5-3 W